Inside Cedar Rapids
9 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsWelcome to Inside Cedar Rapids, a monthly podcast that introduces you to the people, projects and programs of your local government. Each month we’ll explore the important issues of the day as well as discover our city of tomorrow - it’s an inside look into the views and news of Cedar Rapids to help foster conversation and bring the workings of the city closer to your neighborhood.
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Episodes
COVID-19 Emergency Response
April 01, 2020 05:00 - 12.6 MBJason Andrews discusses COVID-19 Emergency Response from the City of Cedar Rapids.
Cedar Rapids Economic Development
February 13, 2020 06:00 - 20.3 MBEconomic development is intended to improve the lives of citizens of Cedar Rapids. Jasmine Almoayyed, Economic Development Manager, discusses the economic development actions of the city.
Recycling Matters
November 20, 2019 06:00 - 14.3 MBRecycling is a little more complex than popping your water jugs into a special bin. Mark Jones, Solid Waste Superintendent, discusses recycling in Cedar Rapids.
National Library Card Sign Up Month
September 17, 2019 13:00 - 12.9 MBA library card provides access to vast resources. Amber McNamara, Community Relations Manager of Cedar Rapids Public Library, discusses the benefits of having a library card.
Achieving the Gold Standard in Public Safety
August 01, 2019 13:00 - 28.6 MBThe public safety agencies of Cedar Rapids work to protect the community. Cedar Rapids Police Chief Wayne Jerman and Cedar Rapids Fire Chief Greg Smith discuss how their departments have received the Gold Standard Accreditation.
Construction 101 - Public Works Behind the Scenes
June 27, 2019 13:00 - 19.3 MBConstruction in Cedar Rapids is quite involved. Nate Kampman, City Engineer, discusses what you can expect to see around the city and how those projects come about.
History Preserved: Protecting and Repurposing Historic Landmarks
June 10, 2019 13:00 - 9.29 MBPreserving historic landmarks is important to maintain the timeline of changes in a city. Jennifer Pratt, Community Development Director, discusses how they work to protect and repurpose historic landmarks.
Cedar Rapids Police Department Cold Cases: We Never Give Up
April 18, 2019 13:00 - 10.2 MBWhat happens with cold cases? Officer Matt Denlinger discusses how something becomes a cold case and how the Police Department works to resolve those cases.
Flood Control
March 22, 2019 13:00 - 28 MBFlood control prevention is one small aspect of the City of Cedar Rapids Department of Public Works. Jen Winter, Public Works Director, discusses what residents need to know about flooding.