The Break Room

10.21.25  |  This week on The Break Room , Fire Marshal Abby Pedigo joins us to talk about the 100-year history of Fire Prevention Week. This year's theme focuses on lithium battery safety, a growing concern in many homes. Tune in to learn simple steps you can take to help prevent fires and keep your household safe.

This week on The Break Room , Chief Resiliency Officer Jessica Beach joins us to talk about King Tides, the causes behind flooding, and a new tool that helps residents monitor flood conditions in downtown St. Augustine. Tune in to learn how the city is preparing and how you can stay informed.

10.7.25  |  This is a rebroadcast of the episode from September 23,2025. This week on The Break Room , Parking Enforcement Supervisor Tara Bennie joins us to talk about the new fines for illegal parking downtown, how to use the Parking Finder tool, and the St. Johns County resident parking discount program. Tune in for helpful tips and updates on parking in St. Augustine.

This week on The Break Room , we’re joined by Assistant City Manager Meredith Breidenstein. Meredith shares insights on the upcoming Nights of Lights season, the financial commitment from county commissioners, how those funds will be used, and what it means for taxpayers.

This week on The Break Room , Parking Enforcement Supervisor Tara Bennie joins us to talk about the new fines for illegal parking downtown, how to use the Parking Finder tool, and the St. Johns County resident parking discount program. Tune in for helpful tips and updates on parking in St. Augustine.

This week on The Break Room , we’re joined by Jessica Beach, Chief Resilience Officer for the City of St. Augustine. Jessica shares insights on king tides, coastal resiliency, and the recent federal funding awarded to support the City’s environmental initiatives. It’s a timely conversation about planning, progress, and protecting what St. Augustine.

Fire Chief Carlos Aviles joins The Break Room to discuss hurricane season, its impact on St. Augustine, and how residents can prepare. From city readiness to evacuation tips, this episode offers practical advice to help you stay safe before a storm arrives.

This week on The Break Room , we're joined by Assistant City Manager Reuben Franklin to talk about the newly passed ordinance increasing illegal parking fines. Reuben breaks down what drivers need to know, what to watch for when parking, and how to avoid getting ticketed. Tune in for helpful tips and insights straight from City Hall!

This week on The Break Room , we're joined by Buddy Schauland, Floodplain Administrator, and Ray Deschler, Floodplain Coordinator. Buddy and Ray dive into the Community Rating System and explain how the City of St. Augustine’s participation in the program helps residents qualify for discounts on flood insurance. Tune in to learn how this initiative benefits our community and what it means for you!

This week on  The Break Room , we’re joined by Jaime D. Perkins, Community Services Director. In part two of our interview, Jaime shares how the CRA is celebrating twenty-five years with Redevelopment 25!, the upcoming opening of neighborhood grant applications in October, and much more. Tune in to listen now!

This week on The Break Room, we are joined by Jaime D. Perkins, Community Services Director. Jaime updates us on the recent Cordova Street Improvement Project public meetings, the community response to Redevelopment 25!, and an upcoming Fountain of Youth Elks Lodge Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony. Tune in to hear all the details!

This week on The Break Room , we’re joined by Todd Clark, Mobility Coordinator for the City of St. Augustine. Todd shares updates on the discontinuation of ParkNow cards, how to reclaim any remaining balance, and details on the resident discount program. Plus, he introduces the Parking Finder web-based app, an easy new way to locate available parking. Tune in to get all the latest on parking in St...

07.29.2025  This week on The Break Room , Jabari White, Nightlife Liaison and Permit Technician, returns for part two of our conversation. He shares how his role was created and walks us through what a typical night looks like. Take a listen for a closer look at the city’s nightlife operations.

7.22.25  This week on The Break Room , we’re joined by Jabari White, Nightlife Liaison and Permit Technician. In part one of this special two-part episode, Jabari gives us insight into his role and shares details about drive-for-hire. Listen now!

This week on The Break Room, we're joined by Anthony Cuthbert, Assistant Chief of Police. Anthony shares insights on the recently passed noise ordinance and what it means for our businesses and residents. He also recaps how the Fourth of July went under the city's new safety measures. Listen to this great conversation now!

This week on The Break Room , we are joined by Liz Johnson, Sustainability Specialist. Liz tells us all about the projects she works on throughout the year, including the Tree Canopy Program, the Mayor’s Monarch Pledge, and more. Give it a listen to learn how sustainability is taking root in St. Augustine.  To view the transcript click here.

This week on The Break Room , we’re joined by Jaime D. Perkins, Community Services Director. Jaime talks about her recent promotion and shares details about the upcoming Lincolnville Redevelopment 25 event. Tune in!

This week on The Break Room, we’re joined by Barb Moore, Deputy Director of General Services. Barb returns to share updates on the grant-funded project at City Hall. She dives into what the project involves, the process so far, and what’s coming next. Tune in!

This week on The Break Room we are joined by Jacob Webber, Grants Administration Coordinator. Jacob gives us an inside look at his role and how he helps secure funding to support both large- and small-scale city projects. Jacob's work helps ensure that important initiatives get done. Tune in to learn how grants play a key part in our city moving forward!

This week on The Break Room, we’re joined by Assistant Fire Marshal Dustin Hamilton! Dustin will share insights on his recent promotion, offer tips for staying prepared during hurricane season, and discuss how to stay safe this Fourth of July.

This week on The Break Room, we’re joined by St. Augustine Police Department’s Marine Operations Officer, Pat Harvey! Pat will share essential summer boating safety tips, what to look out for on the water, and how to stay prepared for a smooth and safe ride.

This week on The Break Room, we’re joined by the City of St. Augustine’s Harbor Master, Eric Mauldin! Eric will share important boating safety tips as the weather warms up, along with the latest updates from the marina.

This week on The Break Room, we’re joined by Assistant City Manager, Reuben Franklin! Reuben will share details on the upcoming public meetings for Nights of Lights, where residents and stakeholders can discuss feedback and concerns about the event and other large-scale gatherings in St. Augustine. Tune in to learn how you can get involved!

This week on The Break Room, we’re joined by Marcus Pinson, Environmental Project Engineer! Marcus will share details on the water main improvement project near the King Street Bridge, a crucial step as the city prepares for the FDOT’s upcoming bridge replacement project later this year. Tune in to learn more about this and other upcoming projects around St. Augustine!

This week on The Break Room, we’re joined by Sister Kathleen from the Sisters of St. Joseph! Sister Kathleen will share how the Sisters were recognized for their dedication to rehabilitating the St. Benedict the Moor Schoolhouse, an effort that earned them the prestigious Adelaide Sanchez Award for Historic Preservation and Restoration. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about their incredible...