Cloudcast - The Official Podcast of the City of St. Cloud, FL

Ever wondered what keeps our city's streets from flooding after a storm? Join Public Works Roads and Stormwater Supervisor Josh Johnson as he takes us beneath the surface to explain how our stormwater system works, how crews inspect and maintain the underground infrastructure that keeps water moving, and what residents can do to help protect our waterways. Production services provided courtes...

America's 250th anniversary is here, and St. Cloud is celebrating in a big way! Tune in for a preview of 4th on the Lake, including new additions, family-friendly activities, the Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show, hot dog and ice cream eating contests, the return of the All-American Car Show, live music, and a special surprise planned for this year's fireworks finale. Get everything you need t...

Preparing for hurricane season starts long before a storm is in the forecast. Tune in for practical tips to help you prepare your home, family, and property for severe weather. We'll discuss emergency plans, disaster supply kits, flood risk, sandbags, trusted weather information, and more. Learn more by visiting our Emergency Management website at  https://www.stcloudfl.gov/2233/Emergency-Man...

Hurricane season 2026 is underway, and preparation is key. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at how the city prepares for hurricane season. We'll talk stormwater maintenance, debris removal, park preparations, emergency response efforts, and new tools to improve storm resilience.  Production services provided courtesy of the City of St. Cloud Communication Dept.

We're kicking off Building Safety Month on May 2 with a fun family event, in partnership with St. Cloud Home Depot. Join us for this episode to learn all about the event, and why Building Safety Month matters.  Production services provided courtesy of the City of St. Cloud Communication Dept.

We are talking trash… but in a good way. In this episode of Cloud Cast, we break down a major update to how bulk pickup works in St. Cloud. The City is moving away from scheduled collection days and introducing a new system that allows residents to schedule pickups when they need them. Find out how the new system works, what you need to do, and how this change will make bulk pickup faster, more ef...

Listen in as we chat about this year's Paint the Cloud Green celebration on Saturday, March 14. This year's event features a street party, live music, delicious food truck wars, a 5k run and downtown fun walk, and an epic fundraiser for children's cancer with the St. Baldrick's Foundation Shavefest, where several local "celebrities" will get their heads -- and in some...

Construction will be starting in a few weeks on several changes to Michigan Avenue designed to enhance safety for students heading to and from school. Listen in as we provide all the details.  Production services provided courtesy of the City of St. Cloud Communication Dept.

Join us as we chat with Rose and Oakley from Parks and Rec about the fun plans we have to ring in the New Year in style.... St. Cloud style!  Production services provided courtesy of the City of St. Cloud Communication Dept.

In this episode of Cloud Cast, MetroPlan Orlando join us to discuss traffic congestion and how it is being addressed. The discussion explores the role of data and technology in transportation decisions, and how strategies like signal timing and coordinated planning help improve traffic flow. MetroPlan Orlando also shares insight into long-range transportation planning through 2050 and how public f...

This episode of Cloud Cast features Fire Marshal Richard Tonks discussing all you need to know about holiday cooking safety. With Thanksgiving and all the Holidays approaching, these are the peak days for cooking-related fires. Chief Tonks explains the primary causes of these incidents and offers guidance on how residents can prevent them. This episode highlights the most common kitchen mistakes a...

In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, this episode of Cloud Cast highlights how the St. Cloud Police Department supports victims and survivors in our community. Victim Advocate Nicole shares how she assists individuals facing domestic violence and other traumatic situations through safety planning, resource connections, and emotional support. She’s joined by her trusted therapy part...

It’s spooky season in St. Cloud! Join our special guest, Rose from Parks and Recreation, as she shares what’s new for this year’s Trail of Terror: The Legend of Peghorn . Learn about the event’s origins, what visitors can expect, and how city staff and volunteers work together to make the magic and mayhem happen each October. Production services provided courtesy of the City of St. Cloud Communica...

In this episode of Cloud Cast , Economic Development Specialist Solange joins us to share details about the upcoming Business Connect Expo, happening September 30 at the St. Cloud Community Center. Learn how this event brings together local businesses, government agencies, and major organizations like Disney, Orlando International Airport, and the Florida Turnpike to create valuable connections an...

Join us as we chat with St. Cloud Police Officer Lin Badman-Paton about car seat safety. Learn about what children need to be in car seats and how to make sure they car seat is installed properly. We'll also chat about car heat safety during these long, hot summer days. Production services provided courtesy of the City of St. Cloud Communication Dept.

The Osceola County Property Appraiser's Office will be mailing TRIM notices to property owners August 15. Join us as we chat with Property Appraiser Katrina Scarborough to learn why the TRIM notices are so important, and what you can do if yours doesn't seem quite right.  Production services provided courtesy of the City of St. Cloud Communication Dept.

In this episode, we are joined by Will Ulrich with the National Weather Service in Melbourne as well as our own Parks and Recreation Aquatics Superintendent Gaby Durand to discuss lightning safety, and steps the City of St. Cloud has taken to protect residents. If you've ever heard the tones sound from our lightning detectors and wondered what they meant, this episode is definitely for you! P...

Listen in as we chat with St. Cloud Solid Waste and Public Works staff about the City of St. Cloud's recycling program. You'll learn about what materials can be recycled, hear some of the strangest things we've found in recycle bins, and find out how we're working to make sure our recyclables loads actually get recycled.  Production services provided courtesy of the City of St....

In this episode of Cloud Cast, Senior Planner Tammy discusses the Transportation and Mobility Master Plan and the Vision Zero Action Plan. These plans emphasize the importance of creating complete transportation corridors that accommodate bicycles, pedestrians, and public transit, ensuring a truly multimodal system for residents. Production services provided courtesy of the City of St. Cloud Commu...

Listen in with the Cloudcast Crew and find out how the City Economic Development Department is partnering with the Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC), who provides resources and assistance to local small businesses. These resources are available to businesses just starting up and also already established businesses. Production services provided courtesy of the City of St. Cloud Commu...

Hurricane Season is from June 1 - November 30.  Whether this is your first season, or fifty first season, being prepared is the name of the game, and now is the time to start . Listen in as Cloudcast host Andrew hears tips from our Emergency Management and Public Works experts on best practices for planning and preparing for Hurricane Season. Production services provided courtesy of the City of St...

The Cloudcast crew welcomes back Rose from Parks and Rec who gives listeners a sneak peak of the festivities happening at this years July 4th festivities happening at the St. Cloud lakefront. Additionally, Rose is seeking the help of City residents in finding Sammi the Sandhill Crane, Parks and Recreation's missing mascot. Production services provided courtesy of the City of St. Cloud Communi...

Join the Cloudcast Crew in the studio as we learn more about National EMS Week, a time to honor and recognize the contributions of emergency medical services professionals including EMTs and Paramedics. The theme for EMS Week 2025 is "We Care. For everyone." Production services provided courtesy of the City of St. Cloud Communication Dept.

In this episode, Deputy City Manager Scott Davidoff and Parks and Rec Director Stephanie Holtkamp provide clarification regarding implementation of the new Lakefront trailer parking fee, approved by the City Council recently. The new fee policy goes into effect on May 23rd. Production services provided courtesy of the City of St. Cloud Communication Dept.

Locating and obtaining grants is the financial cornerstone for many non-profit organizations. Listen in as Maryemma talks with Leslie and Jamie from Procurement as they discuss the free upcoming grants workshops that will offer many resources useful to grant applicants. There will be four Grant Workshops in May: Weds., May 14th, 10am-12pm and 1pm-3pm Weds., May 28th, 10am-12pm and 1pm-3pm The work...