Inside Your County Government

In this episode of Cracking the Code, we take an in-depth look at the role and responsibilities of Animal Care and Control in Charles County. Hosts Doria Fleisher, Media Services, and Liz Theobalds, Deputy County Attorney, are joined by Animal Control Lieutenant Katy Rosche to discuss the state and county laws that govern animal ownership and enforcement, and explain what it means to serve as a sw...

Host Doria Fleisher welcomes Sapreen Khalaifeh, Local Management Board Supervisor, and Michelle Cureton, program graduate and educator, to discuss the Children and Family Resource Academy. This free program, funded by Charles County's Local Management Board, connects parents, caregivers, and educators with vital community resources for children and families. Learn about the Resource Connectio...

Here's a brief update from the February 3, 2026 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 Coun...

Join host Doria Fleisher for this episode of Inside Your County Government as we explore the growing conversation around data centers in Charles County and Maryland. Industry experts Kelly Schultz (Maryland Tech Council), Dusty Rude (Data Center Alliance), Matt Doyle (MD Department of Commerce), and Mark Thompson (Charles County Economic Development) break down what data centers are, their economi...

Host Jennifer Harris, Chief of Media Services, joins Wade Haubert, Emergency Manager, and George Jenkins, Information Security Officer, to discuss the importance of cybersecurity and what steps Charles County Government are taking to ensure the information of all its residents are safe and secure. Thanks for listening.  If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Governme...

Planning an event in Charles County? Learn about special events permitting with host Doria Fleisher and guests Sherri Davis (Planning & Growth Management) and Elizabeth Theobalds (Deputy County Attorney). From concerts to carnivals, get the insider's guide to navigating the permitting process, working with county agencies, and ensuring your event is safe and successful. Key advice: Start...

Here's a brief update from the January 13, 2026 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 Coun...

In this episode of Ready, Set, Prepare, hosts Doria Fleisher, Media Services, and Wade Haubert, Emergency Manager, are joined by Mark Kaufmann Jr., the Charles County Fire Chief, to discuss fire safety safety around the house, from the leading causes of house fires and steps residents can take to prevent their home from facing this tragedy. For more information or how to get involved with Charles...

Here's a brief update from the January 6, 2026 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 Count...

Join host Doria Fleisher in conversation with Tony Felts, Assistant Chief of Planning, and Elizabeth D. Theobalds, County Attorney, as they break down Charles County's comprehensive zoning code update. Learn how these changes will shape the future of our community and how you can get involved. Learn More: 🔗 https://www.shapingcharles.org/ 🔗 https://www.charlescountyzoning.com/ 🔗 https://ww...

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...

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 Coun...

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 ma...

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 Coun...

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...

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...

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 Cou...

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 startin...

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 t...

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 Coun...

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 ne...

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 n...

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...

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 Count...

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, searc...