Commissioners Commnent, January, 2012
2011 saw a number of changes, for the better, to Washington County’s roads system. Rob Slocum, Public Works Deputy Director for Engineering and Construction talks about major projects completed or ongoing. Included -- the challenges faced in completely rebuilding the Halfway Boulevard-Massey Boulevard intersection while allowing traffic to maintain flow to the County’s busiest malls and shopping centers. Work continues on other road projects and rehabilitation of the Devil’s Backbone Dam is nearing completion. Also—a report on the 2011 winners of the County’s “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” Awards.
Run Time: 14:52
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Wednesday, December 07, 2011
Commissioners Comment Deceember 2011
Commissioners Comment December 2011
In this edition of Commissioners’ Comments, Stephanie Stone, Director of the new Division of Health and Human Services in Washington County Government and a member of the Hagerstown-Washington County United Way, talks about the Strategic Community Impact Plan (SCIP).
The plan pulled together the United Way, the Washington County Community Foundation and volunteers from local government and service provider agencies, to conduct a countywide assessment of needs of citizens. Topics include SCIP and its partners, Education needs, Disadvantaged citizens, People with Disabilities, Families and Community engagement.
Run Time 13:40
In this edition of Commissioners’ Comments, Stephanie Stone, Director of the new Division of Health and Human Services in Washington County Government and a member of the Hagerstown-Washington County United Way, talks about the Strategic Community Impact Plan (SCIP).
The plan pulled together the United Way, the Washington County Community Foundation and volunteers from local government and service provider agencies, to conduct a countywide assessment of needs of citizens. Topics include SCIP and its partners, Education needs, Disadvantaged citizens, People with Disabilities, Families and Community engagement.
Run Time 13:40
Thursday, November 03, 2011
Commissioners Comment November 2011 http://www.washco-md.net/commissioners/commiss_comments/1111.mp3
Commissioners Comment November 2011
On this edition: Washington County government is constantly revising its policies and procedures, especially when it comes to financial management and accountability. The latest efficiency improvement combines the Washington County Gaming Office and the Community Partnership/Local Management Board Office into the Department of Community Grant Management. Jim Hovis, Director of the new department talks about reasons behind the consolidation, and Melissa Nearchos (NEAR-kos), Community Partnership administrator outlines how the two staffs will work together to accomplish similar goals.
Run Time 12:31
On this edition: Washington County government is constantly revising its policies and procedures, especially when it comes to financial management and accountability. The latest efficiency improvement combines the Washington County Gaming Office and the Community Partnership/Local Management Board Office into the Department of Community Grant Management. Jim Hovis, Director of the new department talks about reasons behind the consolidation, and Melissa Nearchos (NEAR-kos), Community Partnership administrator outlines how the two staffs will work together to accomplish similar goals.
Run Time 12:31
Thursday, October 06, 2011
Commissioners' Comment October 2011
Commissioners' Comment, October 2011
In the October Commissioners’ Comment we’re Talkin’ Trash. Recycling in Washington County has been a hot topic for the past several months. On September 20th, Deputy Director of the Division of Environmental Management for Solid Waste, Cliff Engle, took a report on the future of recycling to the County Commissioners. Engle talks about what the Commissioners adopted, where the program is headed, and the ins and outs of curbside recycling.
Tiume: 14:28
In the October Commissioners’ Comment we’re Talkin’ Trash. Recycling in Washington County has been a hot topic for the past several months. On September 20th, Deputy Director of the Division of Environmental Management for Solid Waste, Cliff Engle, took a report on the future of recycling to the County Commissioners. Engle talks about what the Commissioners adopted, where the program is headed, and the ins and outs of curbside recycling.
Tiume: 14:28
Tuesday, September 06, 2011
Commissioners' Comment September 2011 #1
Commissioners’ Comment September 2011 #1
Washington County Emergency Management officials are improving ways that citizens of the County and region can be notified of impending emergency situations affecting weather, traffic on the interstate system, and localized events. The Emergency Alert System, EAS, is being enhanced to provide broadcasters with information to transmit to their audiences. An Emergency Notification System, ENS will enable citizens to register to receive warning messages on land line phones, cell phones, through text messages, emails and pagers. Director of Emergency Services Kevin Lewis explains the new systems and how to register.
Time: 14:54
Washington County Emergency Management officials are improving ways that citizens of the County and region can be notified of impending emergency situations affecting weather, traffic on the interstate system, and localized events. The Emergency Alert System, EAS, is being enhanced to provide broadcasters with information to transmit to their audiences. An Emergency Notification System, ENS will enable citizens to register to receive warning messages on land line phones, cell phones, through text messages, emails and pagers. Director of Emergency Services Kevin Lewis explains the new systems and how to register.
Time: 14:54
Friday, July 29, 2011
Commissioners’ Comment August 2011
Commissioners’ Comment August 2011
In this edition, Washington County Government’s reorganization last spring led to the creation of the Division of Plan Review and Permitting, which combines services formerly found under departments within separate divisions. Division Director Jennifer Smith talks about the Division’s mission, and how it will help streamline the permitting process. New environmental regulations will cause changes in how land is used. How the Division will deal with these regulations is outlined.
Time 14:11
In this edition, Washington County Government’s reorganization last spring led to the creation of the Division of Plan Review and Permitting, which combines services formerly found under departments within separate divisions. Division Director Jennifer Smith talks about the Division’s mission, and how it will help streamline the permitting process. New environmental regulations will cause changes in how land is used. How the Division will deal with these regulations is outlined.
Time 14:11
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Commissioners’ Comment June 2011 #2
Commissioners’ Comment June 2011 #2
In this program, Washington County Director of Public Works Joe Kroboth talks about County highway, building and infrastructure projects. This summer commuters will have a new centrally located bus transfer terminal in downtown Hagerstown. The historic Dam at Devil’s Backbone Park is underrehabilitation, the Washington County Free Library construction begins and roads are being paved county-wide. In addition, travelers can fly direct from Hagerstown Regional Airport to popular vacation destinations in Florida and South Carolina.
Time 13:07
In this program, Washington County Director of Public Works Joe Kroboth talks about County highway, building and infrastructure projects. This summer commuters will have a new centrally located bus transfer terminal in downtown Hagerstown. The historic Dam at Devil’s Backbone Park is underrehabilitation, the Washington County Free Library construction begins and roads are being paved county-wide. In addition, travelers can fly direct from Hagerstown Regional Airport to popular vacation destinations in Florida and South Carolina.
Time 13:07
Commissioners’ Comment June 2011
Commissioners’ Comment June 2011
On This Commissioners’ Comment, County Administrator Greg Murray takes the Fiscal Year 2012 Washington County Budget to Public Hearing. On May 12th, Murray outlined the conservative, do more with less, Operating and Capital Projects budgets to County citizens. Murray talks about reductions the County has had to make in the light of state funding cuts, while continuing to provide quality services to its citizens. Total operating and capital expenses are balanced at $290.7 million for FY 2012.
RUN TIME 14:55
On This Commissioners’ Comment, County Administrator Greg Murray takes the Fiscal Year 2012 Washington County Budget to Public Hearing. On May 12th, Murray outlined the conservative, do more with less, Operating and Capital Projects budgets to County citizens. Murray talks about reductions the County has had to make in the light of state funding cuts, while continuing to provide quality services to its citizens. Total operating and capital expenses are balanced at $290.7 million for FY 2012.
RUN TIME 14:55
Commissioners’ Comment May 2011
Commissioners’ Comment May 2011
This time on Commissioner’s Comment, Washington County Sheriff Doug Mullendore is the guest. The Sheriff talks about the impact the end of Osama Bin Laden’s reign of terrorism could have on the County and region, about a new grant from the U.S. Justice Department that will help identify illegal immigrants who commit crimes, and current projects at the Department. Featured programs include Consolidated Booking, how the new interoperable radio communications system, is working out, and Sheriff’s Department goals for the coming fiscal year.
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This time on Commissioner’s Comment, Washington County Sheriff Doug Mullendore is the guest. The Sheriff talks about the impact the end of Osama Bin Laden’s reign of terrorism could have on the County and region, about a new grant from the U.S. Justice Department that will help identify illegal immigrants who commit crimes, and current projects at the Department. Featured programs include Consolidated Booking, how the new interoperable radio communications system, is working out, and Sheriff’s Department goals for the coming fiscal year.
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Thursday, April 28, 2011
Commissioners’ Comment April 2011
Commissioners’ Comment April 2011
Passenger Service to Central Florida and other popular vacation destinations returns to Hagerstown Regional Airport. Airport Director Phil Ridenour talks about the challenge his staff faced and surmounted in bringing the service back to HGR. Stan Rydelek, Marketing Director for Direct Air and Tours talks about 737 jet service to Lakeland, Florida and Myrtle Beach South Carolina starting in June. County Commissioner Bill McKinley welcomes Direct Air and commends airport staff for “making things happen”.
RUN TIME: 12:25
Passenger Service to Central Florida and other popular vacation destinations returns to Hagerstown Regional Airport. Airport Director Phil Ridenour talks about the challenge his staff faced and surmounted in bringing the service back to HGR. Stan Rydelek, Marketing Director for Direct Air and Tours talks about 737 jet service to Lakeland, Florida and Myrtle Beach South Carolina starting in June. County Commissioner Bill McKinley welcomes Direct Air and commends airport staff for “making things happen”.
RUN TIME: 12:25
Commissioners’ Comment March 2011
Commissioners’ Comment March 2011
Phil Ridenour is the new Director of Washington County’s Hagerstown Regional Airport. Phil talks about the mission of Part 139 airports, economic development opportunities, the role emergency services plays on the airfield and his “by the bootstraps” path from 9-1-1 call taker to Airport Director. Plus—flood preparedness tips from the Division of Emergency Services.
14:25
Phil Ridenour is the new Director of Washington County’s Hagerstown Regional Airport. Phil talks about the mission of Part 139 airports, economic development opportunities, the role emergency services plays on the airfield and his “by the bootstraps” path from 9-1-1 call taker to Airport Director. Plus—flood preparedness tips from the Division of Emergency Services.
14:25
Friday, February 11, 2011
Commissioners’ Comment February #2:
Commissioners’ Comment February #2
On this edition, the State of the County address for 2010 is presented. Washington County, Maryland County Commissioners Terry Baker, John Barr, Jeff Cline, Bill McKinley and Ruth Anne Callaham describe progress on County programs and projects during the past calendar year.
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On this edition, the State of the County address for 2010 is presented. Washington County, Maryland County Commissioners Terry Baker, John Barr, Jeff Cline, Bill McKinley and Ruth Anne Callaham describe progress on County programs and projects during the past calendar year.
14:30
Thursday, February 03, 2011
Commissioners Comment, February 2011 #1
Commissioners Comment, February 2011 #1
Washington County is taking steps to correct a problem that has surfaced with its recycling program—dumping of ineligible items at recycling drop-off points, and littering the sites when bins are full. County Recycling Coordinator Tony Drury and Sheriff’s Deputy Alan Matheny present a plan to the Board of County Commissioners to make the public aware of responsibilities that come with this free service, through creation of a televised public service announcement and other means. Commissioners Bill McKinley, John Barr, Terry Baker, Jeff Cline and Ruth Anne Callaham ask questions during the presentation.
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Washington County is taking steps to correct a problem that has surfaced with its recycling program—dumping of ineligible items at recycling drop-off points, and littering the sites when bins are full. County Recycling Coordinator Tony Drury and Sheriff’s Deputy Alan Matheny present a plan to the Board of County Commissioners to make the public aware of responsibilities that come with this free service, through creation of a televised public service announcement and other means. Commissioners Bill McKinley, John Barr, Terry Baker, Jeff Cline and Ruth Anne Callaham ask questions during the presentation.
14:00
Commissioners Comment, January 2011 #1
Commissioners Comment, January 2011 #1
Geographic Information Systems or GIS provide information for map-making for use by government, the private sector and citizens. Find out more about this emerging technology with Bud Gudmundson, GIS manager for Washington County, Maryland. How satellite technology plays a part, why governments provide the services, and where to find GIS maps of the county.
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Geographic Information Systems or GIS provide information for map-making for use by government, the private sector and citizens. Find out more about this emerging technology with Bud Gudmundson, GIS manager for Washington County, Maryland. How satellite technology plays a part, why governments provide the services, and where to find GIS maps of the county.
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Commissioners Comment, December 2010 #1
Commissioners Comment, December 2010 #1
Washington County’s Transit Department will see changes soon in a number of areas. Department Director Kevin Cerrone discusses changes in vendors for the SSTAP Taxi Voucher program, new Holiday hours or operation this year, Coming changes—a new Transfer Center in Downtown Hagerstown, new style buses, and a change in the bus routes to make the new Meritus Hospital accessible to users of the system. The County has a new Board of County Commissioners. Terry Baker is President, John Barr is Vice-President. Three new members of the Board, Ruth Anne Callaham,. Jeff Cline and Bill McKinley are introduced.
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Washington County’s Transit Department will see changes soon in a number of areas. Department Director Kevin Cerrone discusses changes in vendors for the SSTAP Taxi Voucher program, new Holiday hours or operation this year, Coming changes—a new Transfer Center in Downtown Hagerstown, new style buses, and a change in the bus routes to make the new Meritus Hospital accessible to users of the system. The County has a new Board of County Commissioners. Terry Baker is President, John Barr is Vice-President. Three new members of the Board, Ruth Anne Callaham,. Jeff Cline and Bill McKinley are introduced.
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