Notorious Jawcast: Recent Episodes
City of Moose Jaw
The Official Podcast of Canada's Most Notorious City - Moose Jaw, SK. We provide a City Administration perspective on programs and services offered by the City of Moose Jaw, and meet the people that make our City Notoriously remarkable!
New City Manager Maryse Carmichael checks in after her first six weeks at City Hall, and construction is about to begin on the new joint-use school in the Westheath subdivision. All the key players join to give us the latest.
What's a catcher beam and why does Moose Jaw's Thunderbird Viaduct need one? What are the targets included in the City's new Climate Action Plan? How has City of Moose Jaw signage inspired Leroy and Leroy? We answer these questions and more in the latest Notorious Jawcast with City of Moose Jaw Communications Manager/host Craig Hemingway.
What can and can't be recycled, especially over the holidays? Utilities Supervisor for City of Moose Jaw Environmental Services, Jesse Watamanuk, explains what does and doesn't go in the blue bin, PLUS what to do with gravy, butter and all of your fats, oils and greases (F.O.G.).
The new Winter Rec Guide is out! #CityMJ Recreation Services Manager Scott Osmachenko joins host Craig Hemingway (Communications Manager) and explains all of the recreation and community programs available, PLUS details on free activities over the holiday season. #NotoriouslyActive
Saturday, August 29 is the City of Moose Jaw's Household Hazardous Waste Day. It's free for you to dispose of all unwanted household chemicals, etc. Utilities Supervisor Jesse Watamanuk joins Craig Hemingway with all you need to know.
CityMJ Parks and Recreation Director Derek Blais details the reopening of City recreation facilities and programs beginning July 6.
A new location has been added for #CityMJ 2020 Water Main Replacement in Moose Jaw. How does it also impact the Downtown Local Area Plan? City Manager Jim Puffalt explains, while Jim Dixon, Michelle Sanson and Veronica Blair from the Planning & Development department explain the history and relevance of the LAP.
CityMJ City Manager Jim Puffalt gives an update on City finances, how we may use the $4.8 million in funding from the province and the latest on COVID-19 operations.
Mayor Fraser Tolmie and City Manager Jim Puffalt detail the City efforts and operational changes due to COVID-19 precautions as of March 20, 2020.
City Manager Jim Puffalt and Mosaic Place General Manager Ryan MacIvor join Communications Manager Craig Hemingway on this episode.
City Manager Jim Puffalt notes some recognition for Moose Jaw from notable sources, plus we preview the new City app and website and how we're coming together as a community for the Scotties.
Details on plastics banned from the recycle bin, holiday rec opportunities in #CityMJ and a 2019 Year In Review with City Manager Jim Puffalt.
City Manager Jim Puffalt with a 2020 Budget update and a discussion about enhancing customer service both externally and internally. Plus, what does Parks and Recreation have planned over the holiday season? LOTS! Take a listen to find out.
City Manager Jim Puffalt explains the preliminary 2020 City of Moose Jaw Operating Budget - a proposed 2.02% property tax increase.
The Scotties are coming! Feb.14-23 the 2020 Scotties Tournament of Hearts arrive at Mosaic Place. How can Moose Jaw residents and businesses get involved and show our Notorious spirit to the rest of Canada? Maddie Kelly from Curling Canada tells all!
LOTS packed into this episode: - Free Yard Waste Weekend - Trails Survey Results - New City Strategic Plan - Enhanced Winter Maintenance i.e. Snow Removal Policy - Additional Construction Crew Thanks for listening!
Lane changes and traffic light upgrades on 1st NW, Free Yard Waste Weekend details and what is planned for National Fire Prevention Week? We have it all and more on this installment.
City Manager Jim Puffalt on the NEW Community Clean Up Program (1:08), Parks Gardener Sarah Regent on Tree of Significance (7:35) and Finance Director Brian Acker on the economic forecast and 2020 Budget preparations.
Want to Adopt A Bench in downtown Moose Jaw? Sign up ONLINE for swim lessons and other fall programs? What about Household Hazardous Waste Day? Take 15 minutes and find out the details on all of the above!
We want your feedback on the proposed Communications Policy AND we need your help to make sure our work zones are safe for our crews and YOU! Take 13 minutes and hear all about it!
Summer Construction, Summer Playground Program and how to enter for Beautification Awards!
How to get the new City Rec pass, and other great programs in June, which is "Parks and Recreation Month" in Moose Jaw! Plus, gear up for PBR and win free tickets to see PBR and Washboard Union
CityMJ City Manager Jim Puffalt discusses highlights, challenges and goals on his one-year anniversary, PLUS how to enter for the 2019 Beautification Awards.
Yard Waste Weekend in #CityMJ is May 11 and 12, plus Lifeguard Recruitment Day is May 23. Full info on those events and more with this week's show!
"It Takes a Village to Welcome a Newcomer" - Hear Dalise Hector invite you to a community conversation April 25. Plus, another composting clinic is on the horizon and our Parks Gardener Sarah Regent tells us more about that and what we should be doing to prep the lawn and garden over Easter break.
We answer some of the biggest questions related to proposed amendments to the Noise Bylaw, plus tell you how to provide feedback on both that issue and the proposed amendments to the Smoking Bylaw.
Fire pits? Carbon monoxide detectors? Fire Chief Rod Montgomery touches on some of the changes contained in the updated Fire Safety Bylaw. Plus, what do you envision for recreational facilities and opportunities in Moose Jaw? Details on the Community Conversation March 21. Also, looking for feedback on the proposed Taxi and Rideshare Bylaw.
City Manager Jim Puffalt on the 2019 Budget, plus we need your opinion on the potential renaming of the old Wild Animal Park and Memorial Field. #CityMJ
CityMJ offering Psychological First Aid - Shelly Howe has the details. Plus, we meet potential City employees? We share some remarkable stories from local and international students, taken from the Sask Polytech Moose Jaw Campus Career Fair.
Offers of support to get a #BiggerRackForMac pour in as we discuss the #InternationalMooseBeef with Jacki L'Heureux-Mason of Tourism Moose Jaw. Plus we meet Derek Blais, the new Parks & Recreation Director for the City of Moose Jaw.
Full details on 2019 Winter Recreation Guide registration and programming, plus the new City FAQ document is online! And, finally, everything you need to know about getting a FREE MJ Transit ride to "Wing In The New Year"!
Behind the scenes of City planning during the power outage, PLUS are you "72-hour prepared?" We also find out more on First Night Family New Year's Eve party AND holiday swimming and skating!
A reminder about the "Let's Talk Trash" consultation process, including Open House November 22 AND the public survey available at www.MooseJaw.ca. PLUS, we talk winter/spring swim lessons and the new Olympic gold medal-winning Parks & Rec Director for the City of Moose Jaw!
The bells will ring in Moose Jaw on Remembrance Day. Details from Legion President Roy LaBuick. Plus, "Talk Trash" with the City and tell us what you would like to see in a Solid Waste Management Master Plan. Details on the Open House and public surveys included!
The City of Moose Jaw recently offered Aboriginal Awareness training. Over 100 employees heard John Lagimodiere explain Aboriginal history in Canada and Saskatchewan, bust some very prevalent mythts, and delve into some current events related to Aboriginal rights. You'll hear from John in this episode, in addition to Director of HR Al Bromley.
We'll be consulting the community soon on the future of how we manage solid waste in Moose Jaw which, of course, affects our landfill. Director of Engineering Josh Mickleborough provides insight. Plus, FREE BBQ with the MJFD October 10 and Celtic Thunder - X is coming soon!
Mayor Tolmie clarifies the discussion around "branding" the City of Moose Jaw, along with details on registering for Gair Maxwell's "Branding Highway" presentation Sept. 25. Also, we have By-Election voting details!
What is unidirectional flushing and how does it affect your household? Plus, water main detour info, tree banding clinic details and more!
The Fall Parks & Rec Program Guide is out! Plus, what you should - and should NOT bring to Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day August 25 at the City Complex. Public Works Supervisor for Sanitation and Wastewater, Jesse Watamanuk, explains.
As the #CityMJ Playground Program winds down we talk with kids and supervisors about all the reasons they love the long-time summer initiative. Plus, details on how you can become a candidate in the October by-election.
How many potholes have we filled? How many km of lines have we painted? How far along are we on the Buffalo Pound water line replacement? Why the delay on 1st AVE SE bridge? So many questions, and all the answers with Director of Engineering Josh Mickleborough.
Lots for Moose Javians and visitors to enjoy at our Parks, Pools and Playgrounds this summer! Full details on our latest episode celebrating Parks and Recreation month!
Author and Community Therapist Doug Griffiths joins us and talks about Moose Jaw and ways you can engage with City Hall to keep our community alive. Plus, it's Parks & Rec month - we have details on activities, and how many flowers did our crews plant?
We celebrated #PublicWorksWeek on May 23 and heard from the #CityMJ crews who do the "dirty work" in addition to Gord Moker from Safe Saskatchewan.
We meet new City of Moose Jaw City Manager Jim Puffalt as he began is third day on the job. Thoughts on tackling High Street and what he already loves about the city.
Mayor Fraser Tolmie declares May 12 as "Spring It Forward" day - he gives full details in this week's episode.
A reminder about upcoming changes to waste collection and an explanation of the SK Power streetlight project that begins April 16.
Looking to minimize the smell of your garbage? Composting works! Learn about the upcoming Composting workshops in Moose Jaw, set for April 16 and 17. Local composting expert Jenna Drinnan joins us.
CityMJ Finance Director Brian Acker explains the 2018 budget and the financial realities we face with infrastructure over the next several years. Plus, we need a Canada Day committee and are taking input on proposed Traffic Bylaw changes.
CityMJ Municipal Operations Manager Darrin Stephanson explains how the City has handled the extreme snow - and how it relates to our resources and policies.
What do outsiders say about infrastructure in Moose Jaw? We find out with @SPWAChapter officials at the annual Public Works conference held in #CityMJ. Also, the latest update on 2018 budget.
How can YOU have your voice heard at City Hall? Acting City Clerk Tracy Wittke explains. We also tell you about some pending bylaws on which you can provide feedback.
CityMJ Economic Development Officer Jim Dixon explains how a pair of recent decisions could boost our economy, and Parks Gardener Sarah Regent tells us how to get free trees. Plus, we answer some FAQs related to the telephone survey on curbside collection.
An official report on City of Moose Jaw road conditions, plus how asset management and waste collection play integral roles not just in the 2018 budget, but in our future. Guests include Director of Engineering Josh Mickleborough and Municipal Operations Manager Darrin Stephanson.