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Inside Your County Government is a podcast that brings you an inside look at the people and events in and around county government that shape our Charles County.
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Join host Doria Fleisher from Charles County's Media Services Division as she sits down with Kelli Beavers, Director of Recreation, Parks, and Tourism, Brittney Gray, Tourism Outreach Specialist, and Casey Jones, Community Center Supervisor, to discuss how to have fun, places to go, things to do, and how to be a tourist in your own backyard in Charles County. To find all the ways you can stay connected and informed on what is happening in Charles County, visit: Charles County Recreation and ...
Here's a brief update from the December 9, 2025 Board of County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe. We’re also available on YouTube. Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected
Join host Doria Fleisher from Charles County's Media Services Division as she sits down with Laura Gustafson, Deputy Director of the Department of Community Services, to explore the wide range of resources available to Charles County residents "from the cradle to the grave." In this informative episode, Laura breaks down the services offered through Community Services' three main divisions—aging, housing, and youth/family programs. Discover how the Local Care Team supports families with child...
Here's a brief update from the December 2, 2025 Board of County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe. We’re also available on YouTube. Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected
Join Host Doria Fleisher, Jake Dyer, Director of Fiscal and Administrative Services, and Christy Barnett, Executive Director of the Charitable Trust of Charles County, as they explore how this unique nonprofit partnership serves the community. Learn how the Charitable Trust was created to provide fair and equitable funding to local nonprofits, taking politics out of the grant process. Discover how nonprofits can apply for grants, and how community members can support local organizations throu...
In this episode, Doria Fleisher and Jake Dyer share 12 smart, practical ways Charles County residents can save money all year long. From using free county services like recycling, mulch pickup, and public transit, to taking advantage of pet adoption benefits, property tax credits, water bill tips, and more—this episode is packed with wallet-friendly resources you can start using today. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government o...
Here's a brief update from the November 18, 2025 Board of County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe. We’re also available on YouTube. Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected
In this episode of Cracking the Code, Charles County officials discuss the permits and regulations required for operating animal-related businesses. Katy Rosche from Animal Control and Kelly Palmer from Planning and Growth Management explain the process for obtaining commercial kennel licenses for breeding, boarding, grooming, or training animals. The key message: contact the county BEFORE starting your business. Planning and Growth Management checks zoning requirements—including minimum prop...
Here's a brief update from the November 4, 2025 Board of County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe. We’re also available on YouTube. Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected
This episode of Inside Your County Government focuses on regional collaboration and how Charles County connects with the broader Washington metropolitan area through the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG). Host Doria Fleisher speaks with Commissioner President Reuben Collins and COG Executive Director Clark Mercer about how COG’s members across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia work together on shared challenges such as transportation, housing, climate change, economic developmen...
here’s a brief update from the October 28, 2025 Board of County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe. We’re also available on YouTube. Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected
Here is a brief update from the October 21, 2025 Board of County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe. We’re also available on YouTube. Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected
In this episode of Inside Our Community, host Brent Huber sits down with Shelby Watson-Hampton, Director of the Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC), to explore how programs like Maryland Market Money and local “Free Fridge” initiatives are improving food access across Charles County. Learn how SMADC supports farmers, strengthens the local food system, and helps families bring fresh, healthy food to the table. 🎧 Listen now and discover how investing in local agricul...
Here's a brief update from the October 7, 2025 Board of County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe. We’re also available on YouTube. Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected
Learn about Maryland's first Resilience Authority! Stacy Schaefer and Jake Dyer explain how this innovative brings grant money to Charles County for climate projects—pocket parks, nature trails, and tree planting—without costing taxpayers. Discover how they've secured $5.7 million for environmental improvements. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sur...
Here's a brief update from the September 30, 2025 Board of County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe. We’re also available on YouTube. Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected
Stay informed with Inside Your County Government! In this episode, Acting Deputy County Administrator and Deputy County Attorney Danielle Mitchell explains how legislative proposals are created, reviewed, and advanced in Charles County. Learn about this year’s proposals, the public’s role, and what happens next. Stay engaged and connected! Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get yo...
Here's a brief update from the September 23, 2025 Board of County Commissioners' meeting. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe. We’re also available on YouTube. Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected
Here's a brief update from the September 16, 2025 Board of County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe. We’re also available on YouTube. Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected
Ever wonder what the Board of License Commissioners does? We talk with Matthew Darden, Chairperson of the Board of License Commissioners about what the Commission does and why it's important to our community. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe. We’re also available on YouTube. Search Charles County Commissioners And Sta...
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