Crawfordsville Connection
228 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsCrawfordsville Connection is a podcast dedicated to keeping people up to date on what's happening in the city of Crawfordsville. With Mayor Todd Barton as the main contributor, the show informs the public about current events, introduces the community to public officials, and educates the city about governing processes. Expect guest appearances and a variety of important topics!
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Episodes
Ep 27: COVID-19 Update w/ Dr. Scott Douglas, Montgomery County Health Officer and Amber Read, Administrator, Montgomery County Health Department.
April 10, 2020 16:40 - 42 minutes - 58.7 MBDr. Scott Douglas, County Health Officer and Amber Reed, Administrator for the Montgomery County Health Department join us again to discuss updates to the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn about the local cases of COVID-19, what the health department is doing to investigate these cases, and what more we all do to keep our community safe.
Ep 26: COVID-19 Update w/ Dr. Scott Douglas, Montgomery County Health Officer and Amber Read, Administrator, Montgomery County Health Department.
March 27, 2020 16:57 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBDr. Scott Douglas, County Health Officer and Amber Reed, Administrator for the Montgomery County Health Department join us again to discuss updates to the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn about the local cases of COVID-19, what the health department is doing to investigate these cases, and what more we all do to keep our community safe.
SPECIAL - COVID-19 and our community w/ Dr. Scott Douglas, Montgomery County Health Officer and Amber Read, Administrator, Montgomery County Health Department.
March 20, 2020 15:51 - 37 minutes - 52.1 MBDr. Scott Douglas, County Health Officer and Amber Reed, Administrator for the Montgomery County Health Department join us to discuss what exactly COVID-19 is, what our community is doing in response to it, best practices for dealing with COVID-19, and much more. For up-to-date information about the COVID-19 virus and the Montgomery county community visit these websites: www.coronavirus.gov www.in.gov/coronavirus www.crawfordsville.net www.montgomerycounty.in.gov
Ep 25 - Mobile Integrated Health and Community Paramedics w/ Paul Miller, EMS Division Chief and Scott Busenbark, Fire Chief
March 16, 2020 09:00 - 52 minutes - 72.4 MBLearn about Crawfordsville's innovative program, Mobile Integrated Health. Paul Miller and Scott Busenbark join us to discuss this ground breaking program that has put Crawfordsville on the nations map. We discuss community paramedics, project swaddle, and the need to have a program such as MIH.
Ep. 24 - Child Care & Early Learning with Brandy Allen, Director of Planning & Community Development and Kelly Taylor, Executive Director-Montgomery County Community Foundation
March 02, 2020 10:00 - 54 minutes - 75.5 MBIn this episode, Mayor Todd Barton discusses child care & early learning in Crawfordsville with Brandy Allen and Kelly Taylor. Learn about Crawfordsville's past with child care & early learning providers and the solutions that we are working towards in order to improve. Also, learn how you can be an active member in the improvement of our child care & early learning environment here in Crawfordsville. For more information visit www.mccf-in.org/early-childhood-coalition
Ep. 23 - Fusion 54 with Jim Johnson, Director of Fusion 54
February 17, 2020 10:00 - 39 minutes - 54 MBIn this episode, Mayor Todd Barton discusses the great co-working space downtown, Fusion 54 with Jim Johnson, the Director of the building. Learn about what is available in the building, what co-working is, how Fusion 54 is helping business grow and stay in Crawfordsville, IN, and much more!
Ep. 22 - 2020 GLVC Swimming & Diving Championships w/ Jim Naumovich, Heather Shirk, and Kevin Hedrick
February 03, 2020 13:11 - 39 minutes - 72.3 MBIn this episode, Mayor Todd Barton discusses 2020 GLVC Swimming & Diving Championships Jim Naumovich, Heather Shirk, and Kevin Hedrick. Learn about the schedule of events, what there is to do around Crawfordsville, what makes a pool fast, and more! Also, we announce a new host, Chuck Ranspach.
Ep. 21 - Mayor Barton's State of the City Address
January 17, 2020 17:03 - 56 minutes - 78.1 MBThis is a recording of Mayor Todd Barton's State of the City Address during the January 16th State of the Community event held at the Fusion 54 building in downtown Crawfordsville.
Ep. 20 - Fawn Johnson, Director of Parks and Recreation
January 06, 2020 12:00 - 37 minutes - 52.5 MBIn this episode, Mayor Todd Barton discusses the multifaceted nature of the parks and recreation department with director, Fawn Johnson. From how many parks Crawfordsville has and how they are maintained, to opportunities at the Community Center and how to sign up, this is an informative episode for anyone interested in Crawrfordsville's parks and recreation center.
Ep. 19 - Snow Removal with Scott Hesler
December 23, 2019 12:00 - 42 minutes - 58.8 MBThis episode, Mayor Barton discusses the very important and timely topic of snow removal with Street Commissioner, Scott Hesler. From planning to maintenance to how you can help, hear about all things snow removal.
Episode 18 - Progress Report
December 09, 2019 12:00 - 55 minutes - 76.6 MBThis episode is an update in which the Mayor runs through a large list of topics in order to give the status on current events in our great city. Some time markers for your convenience: 0:35 - Top Three Things of Interest of the Next 2 Weeks 3:07 - Update on the Podcast 4:28 - Street Paving 7:07 - Private and City Owned Streets 9:39 - Zoning Code Progress 11:14 - West Side Truck Traffic Issue 14:10 - Market Street Rail Overpass Funding 16:24 - Franklin Street Rail Status...
Ep 17 - Crawfordsville Fire Department with Chief Scott Busenbark
November 25, 2019 12:00 - 34 minutes - 47.4 MBOn this episode, Mayor Barton speaks with Fire Chief, Scott Busenbark about the importance and characteristics of the Crawfordsville Fire Department.
Ep. 16 - The Montgomery County Leadership Academy with Lynn Ringis
November 11, 2019 11:30 - 28 minutes - 39.8 MBOn this episode, Mayor Barton discusses the importance of and opportunity at the Montgomery County Leadership Academy with the Executive Director, Lynn Ringis. If you are curious about the Academy or want to join its ranks, this episode is for you!
Ep. 15 - The Crawfordsville Police Department with Chief Norman
October 28, 2019 11:00 - 35 minutes - 48.5 MBOn this episode you will hear Mayor Barton discuss some of the key aspects of the Crawfordsville Police Department with Chief Mike Norman.
Ep. 14 - City Update
October 14, 2019 10:00 - 43 minutes - 60.4 MBIf you want to hear an update on such things as the Ben Hur building, zoning, or the plan for "wayfinding" in Crawfordsville then this is the episode for you!
Ep. 13 - Downtown Development Week with Sue Lucas and Angela White
September 30, 2019 10:00 - 43 minutes - 59.4 MBOn this episode, Mayor Barton invites Sue Lucas of Crawfordsville Main Street and Angela White of the Crawfordsville District Public Library on the podcast to discuss Downtown Development Week coming up October 7-12. Enjoy!
Ep. 12 - Scott Hesler and the Crawfordsville Street Department
September 16, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 41.6 MBFor this episode, Crawfordsville Street Commissioner, Scott Hesler joins the Mayor for a discussion about what all goes into maintaining the city roads. From how the department keeps street inventory to how repaving plans unfold, you won't want to miss the great information from this conversation.
Ep. 11 - The Crawfordsville Regional Airport with Manager Lori Curless
September 02, 2019 11:00 - 25 minutes - 35.1 MBThis episode, Mayor Barton invites Lori Curless on to the podcast to discuss numerous subjects concerning the Crawfordsville Regional Airport. Lori, who has a passion for all things aviation, is the manager of the airport, and gives a great insider's look at the daily functions of the facility. She also gives some important information about the upcoming Airport Day. Make sure to tune in to learn all about the airport and what is sure to be a great and fun event coming September 7th!
Ep. 10 - Heather Shirk and Maddie Shaver
August 19, 2019 11:00 - 19 minutes - 27.7 MBMayor Barton discusses one of the biggest events of the year for Crawfordsville--the Ironman Nationals--with Heather Shirk of Visit MoCo and Maddie Shaver of Ironman Raceway. Whether by attending the event as a spectator or working it as a temporary employee, listen in on how you can participate in this year's Lucas Oil Motocross event!
Ep. 9 - The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee with Aaron Spolarich
August 05, 2019 11:30 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MBOn this episode, Mayor Todd Barton converses with Committee President, Aaron Spolarich about the recently developed Crawfordsville Bicycle and Pedestrian Citizen Advisory Committee. They discuss recent developments and plans for the committee, including bicylce "sharrows", side-walk maintenance, and safety awareness. If you cycle for recreation, ride your bike to work, walk to the store, or enjoy jogging around town, then this episode is for you! Enjoy!
Ep. 8 - Main Street with Sue Lucas
July 22, 2019 11:30 - 32 minutes - 44.7 MBThis episode, Mayor Barton talks all things Main Street with Main Street Program Manager, Sue Lucas. He also gives some updates concerning the Ben Hur building, housing, the Crawfordsville Commerce Park, and more. Listen in and hear more about the fun events happening in the downtown area this summer and beyond.
Ep. 7 - The 2020 Budgeting Process with Clerk Treasurer Terri Gadd
July 08, 2019 16:34 - 27 minutes - 37.4 MBOn this episode, Mayor Barton discusses the budgeting process with Crawfordsville's Clerk Treasurer, Terri Gadd. If you are curious about how the city determines revenue estimates, tax rates, and department spending then be sure to listen in!
Ep. 6 - An Update on City Issues
June 24, 2019 11:29 - 38 minutes - 53.2 MBOn this episode, the Mayor walks through a list of subjects he is often asked about concerning the city, and he gives updates on those issues and other current events. A few topics include the closing of Amtrak, progress on the Ben Hur building, and the effects of county zoning on the "2-mile" area outside of Crawfordsville.
Ep. 5 - The Strawberry Festival with Dave Long
June 10, 2019 11:51 - 21 minutes - 30.1 MBThis episode, Mayor Todd Barton speaks with Dave Long about one of the most anticipated events in Crawfordsville -- the annual Strawberry Festival. Get a behind the scenes look at how the festival happens each year!
Ep. 4 - Dale Petrie, Pike Place, and Fusion54
May 27, 2019 08:38 - 17 minutes - 24.4 MBToday's podcast features guest Dale Petrie. Dale has put in a tremendous amount of effort behind what is now known as the Fusion 54 Co-working Building and Pike Place. What are these places and how can one make use of them? This and more is discussed on this fourth episode of Crawfordsville Mayor Time!
Ep. 3 - Guest Brandy Allen and a Commerce Park Announcement
May 13, 2019 08:00 - 15 minutes - 22.1 MBBrandy Allen, who has worked hard behind the scenes of the Crawfordsville Commerce Park, joins Mayor Barton to discuss a resent development in the Park, as well as what the future holds for the area.
Ep. 2 - A Discussion About Crawfordsville's Current Status
May 06, 2019 12:31 - 23 minutes - 32.6 MBIn this episode, Mayor Barton takes a bird's eye view of Crawfordsville's current situation. Where are we? Where are we going? What goals are before us? These questions and more are answered in this brief overview.
Ep. 1 - Introducing Crawfordsville Mayor Time
April 29, 2019 17:41 - 13 minutes - 18.4 MBThis is an introductory episode to give you an idea as to what to expect from this new podcast. Mayor Barton answers a few key questions such as: why a podcast; goals for the podcast; and how frequently the podcast will air. Listen in!