CivicView a City of Crestview Podcast

In this episode of CivicView, two amazing members of Impact 100 Northwest Florida, president Nancy Francis, and board member Jo Soria stop by to share some of the amazing ways their organization is making a difference in Okaloosa and Walton County. Impact 100 NWF is a women-only non-profit that gives $100,000 transformational grants to other non-profits in both Okaloosa and Walton County. Be sure...

In this week's episode, Saundra Wilson, executive director of the Crestview Area Chamber of Commerce, stops by to talk about some upcoming events, how the chamber serves our community as well as businesses, and how much fun you can have at 7 a.m.   CivicView is a weekly podcast designed to keep our citizens and members of our local community in the know about all the cool things going on around ou...

This week's episode features two special guests from the North West Florida State College Aviation Center of Excellence located just north of Crestview on Airport Road, Glen Brackin, who heads the Aviation Airframe Mechanics program, and Micheal Traylor, who heads the Professional Pilot Technology and Unmanned Vehicle Systems Operation programs. If you want to learn how to repair or fly these gent...

This week's episode features Mayor JB Whitten and his slogan for 2022, "Powering Partnerships." Mayor whitten brings us to speed on what that means for the City of Crestview and the organization. He also shares some of his goals for 2022, so be sure to give this week's episode a listen.

In this episode of CivicView, Brandon Martin, the general manager of Blackwater Golf Club, joins City Manager Tim Bolduc to talk about all the exciting things happening at the club. He also discusses membership rates, TopTracer, and the Grand Opening Tournament on March 17, 2022. If you are interested in becoming a member of the Blackwater Golf Club, you can find more information at  www.golfatbla...

In this episode, Brian Hughes of the Cultural Services Division and Nick Schwendt of the Planning Division stop by the studio to discuss the historic Bush House, a little bit of downtown history, and some of the exciting cultural events planned for the future.

In this episode, our new City Clerk Maryanne Schrader stops by along with our previous clerk and now CRA Director Elizabeth Roy to discuss what it means to be a city clerk, the beauty of magnolia trees, and our hopes for some of the changes coming to downtown. 

In this episode, Don Knapp of B&T Raceway stops by to talk about the history of the course, how RC racing is for all ages, how it ended up in Crestview (which is sad for Fort Walton, but awesome for us), and to let everyone know about the amazing charity race that will be going on Nov. 12-13. The proceeds from the charity race will be going to Cops for Kids and Crestview Area Shelter for the Homel...

This episode of CivicView is all about public notice signs. More specifically, those red and blue ones you see around town letting you know there is going to be a public meeting. To go over what those signs mean and how they affect you, Dawn Barnes and Nick Schwendt of our Planning and Zoning division stopped by to give us the rundown. We also find out why Dawn is a Chiefs fan and Nick would like...

In this episode of CivicView, we introduce the newest member of our Communication Team, Rachel Conort. Rachel is our Community Engagement Coordinator, and she wants to make sure everyone knows how to find out what is going on around Crestview, in your local government, and why that is so important. Be sure to give this week's episode a listen so you can learn about all the ways to make sure we hea...

This week's episode is all about events, and who better to get us up to speed than the ladies from Main Street Crestview Association. Dawn and Josie stop by to make sure everyone knows there is always something going on in Crestview. If you want to learn more about the events happening between now and January and a sneak peek of what's to come after the new year, be sure to give this episode a lis...

In this episode, Councilman at Large Andrew Rencich joins Special Projects Manager Crista Shepheard to discuss some of the changes we are seeing downtown and in the surrounding area, how the City is funding those changes, and why they are so important for our City, our community. 

In this episode, Mayor Whitten and City Clerk Betsy Roy stop by to discuss all the upcoming events that will be happening during City Government Week taking place Oct. 18 through Oct. 24, 2021. 

In episode 2 of Season 3, community service officers Sam Kimmons and Chris Anderson stop by City Hall to discuss what it means to serve not only as an officer for the Crestview Police Department but also as a channel for communication between the CPD and our citizens. They also want to make sure everyone knows about the Cops and Bobbers Fishing Rodeo going Saturday, Oct. 2, from 8 am to 2 pm. 

Season 3 kicks off with a visit from city manager Tim Bolduc to discuss all the exciting things going on over at Blackwater Golf Club, formerly Foxwood Country Club. We discuss Top Tracer, the new name, the new restaurant going in as well as plans for a sports complex and why it will be at a different location. 

In this episode of Civicview, The City Clerk Elizabeth Roy stops by to talk about her decade-long tenure as city clerk, her plans for the future, and to make sure we know how many carats are in a diamond painting. 

In this episode, City Manager Tim Bolduc stops by to help celebrate our 40th episode by giving us the rundown on the upcoming TDD expansion vote and some cool things going on around town related to affordable housing.  

In this episode, Britney Orr and Joseph Richardson stop by City Hall to discuss United Way Emerald Coast, the launch of the Emerging Leaders Program and the newly opened Born Learning Trail at Allen Park. 

In this episode, Councilwoman Cynthia Brown and Library Director Jean McCarthy stop by to discuss some of the great programs available at the Crestview Public Library, like access to all the materials within the county co-op libraries and the amazing Career Online Highschool that allows library members to complete their high school education and receive a high school diploma. 

In this episode, Public Service Director Wayne Steele and City Manager Tim Bolduc stop by to discuss how we prepare for hurricanes as an organization, and some of the processes, procedures, and services we offer before, during, and after a storm. 

In this episode, April Sarver stops by city hall to chat about the 2021 Okaloosa County Hurricane Guide, which can be found at http://myokaloosa.com/ . You can also find a physical copy at Bob Sikes Library or right here at city hall. She also goes over some great ways to stay safe and informed before, during, and after a storm. 

In this episode, Dawn Hyatt and Josey Carrol of the Main Street Crestview Association stop by to talk about all the cool stuff they have planned for 2021's 4th of July Extravaganza. They also take some time to talk about the CMSA and what they offer for local businesses in our area. 

In this episode, Captain Matt Cunningham and Fire Chief Tony Holland stop by to share some exciting news that will present some wonderful training opportunities for the north end of the county, including a 700K fire training tower.  

In this week's episode Adult Services Librarian Augusta Whittle and Youth Services Librarian Heather Nitzel stop by City Hall to discuss all the awesome stuff going on at the Robert L.F. Sikes Library this summer. 

In this episode, digital media specialist Chance Leavins is joined by Executive Director Sandra Wilson of the Crestview Area Chamber of Commerce, along with city manager Tim Bolduc to discuss what the chamber has to offer local organizations and individuals in the greater Crestview area.