Crawfordsville Connection

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we have a special episode answering some of the Mayor's most Frequently Asked Questions. Listen to learn about trash service, school systems, utility services, and where the mayor's office is actually located! Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed:  https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville   To ask any questions about this pod...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined in the studio by City Clerk-Treasurer Terri Gadd. Listen to hear Mayor Barton and Terri Gadd discuss the ins and outs of the budget process. Yodel Community Calendar & News Feed:  https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville   To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Campb...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined in the studio by Dan Robinson with the Solar United Neighbors Co-Op. Listen to learn about this non-profit organizaiton that can serve as a solar energy resource for residences, small businesses, and non-profits.  You can learn more at solarunitedneighbors.org/tmcounties or by reaching out to Dan at drobinson@sol...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we have another general update where we talk all things Crawfordsville! Listen to learn all the most up-to-date information about our parks, roads, and economic development projects. We have a lot of great things happening right here in Crawfordsville, check it all out here! Railroad Crossing Survey:  https://www.surveymonkey....

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week, Mayor Barton shares all about the Shelley Drain on the east side of Crawfordsville. Listen to learn more about the issues present with the Shelley Drain, the transfer of responsibility from the county to the city, the city's funding plan for reconstruction, and how to learn more and get updates about the upcoming project! Yod...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week, listen to learn all about Mayor Barton's summer intern, Ben Cody! He shares more about what he's working on in this role and what he's learned so far. Mayor Barton also shares more information about interns and how to get involved! Yodel Community Calendar:  https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville   To ask any questions abo...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week, for a split episode, we are joined by our Parks and Recreation Department's Belinda Young with Senior Programs and Lisa Lynch with the Farmers Market. Listen to learn more about all that the Senior Programs has to offer such as activities, adventures, and transportation options. The Farmers Market is celebrating its 30th year...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are discussing the 2023 Crawfordsville Strawberry Festival.  Dave Long and Paul Pfledderer join guest host Brandy Allen and Mayor Barton to talk about the history of the Strawberry Festival, what you can expect to find at the festival this year, and how you can become a Strawberry Festival volunteer.  Follow Crawfordsville...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we have another general update with guest host, Brandy Allen.  Brandy and Mayor Barton will give you the low-down on all things happening around the city! We talk park updates, road projects, railroad crossing survey, pedestrian safety, and more. Stay tuned in to the podcast for future episodes and updates. Railroad Crossing S...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week, for a split episode, we are joined by Montgomery County Assessor Sherri Bentley and Mark Lowe with the Ivy Tech Entrepreneur Program and Slices of Knowledge.   Listen to learn more about how property is assessed in Montgomery County.  If you are an entrepreneur or have a business idea, learn more about how the Ivy Tech Entrep...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Mike Spencer and Kevin Cobb to talk about the Veterans Memorial Park. This park is meant to honor all veterans and serve as space to reflect and remember. Listen to learn more about how you can support the Veterans Memorial Park! To contact Mike or Kevin, you can email them at veterans.memorial.47933@gmail.com...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Montgomery County Visitors and Convention Bureau Executive Director, Heather Shirk. Heather shares with us about all the resources their office provides not only to visitors, but also local residents, businesses, and organizations. Listen to learn more about the upcoming events in our community and check out t...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week is our monthly general update episode where we give you the low-down on all things happening around the city! We talk park updates, road projects, railroad crossing survey, pedestrian safety, and home development announcements. Stay tuned in to the podcast for future episodes and updates. Railroad Crossing Survey: https://www....

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week Mayor Todd Barton dives into the American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding that the city of Crawfordsville received. In this episode we will dive into what ARP funding is, how it can and cannot be used, and how we plan to use the funding in our community! Yodel Community Calendar:  https://events.yodel.today/crawfordsville   To ask a...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined with special guests Jane Christophersen, Katie Wallace, Brad Monts, and Nick Sommer from the Youth Service Bureau to tell us about our their big event, Dancing with the Montgomery County Stars. Listen this week to learn more about the program, how to get involved, and find out why YOU should attend and support th...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Cassie Hagan and Amanda Findlay to discuss the MatchBOX Acceleration Program. MatchBOX Coworking Studio, in Lafayatte, is bringing a proven 6-week acceleration course to Benton, Carroll, Cass, Clinton, Fountain, Montgomery, Pulaski, Warren, and White counties in an effort to increase access to support for pote...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week is our monthly general update episode where we give you the low-down on all things happening around the city! We talk ARP funding, property tax rates, the new Shortz Nature Park, pedestrian safety, and give some teasers to upcoming announcements. Stay tuned in to the podcast for future episodes and updates. Yodel Community Cal...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Leann Parrish, Community Partnerships Coordinator from Wabash College and Wabash Students Richard Ballentine, Jonathan Silva, Jared Araiza, Lucas Daniken, and Hawk Ricketts. The students share information about some upcoming Wabash Events that are open to the public. Listen to learn more about the following ev...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we talk about the Market Street Railroad Crossing to learn about the data we have collected to address the challenges associated with the Railroad Crossin. We are also joined by Chamber of Commerce Assistant Director, KyLee Risner to talk to us about all things Chamber of Commerce, how to get involved, and what great Chamber e...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Montgomery County Leadership Academy Executive Director Jeremy Lemus to talk to us about all things Leadership Academy! Jeremy tells us his story about how he ended up in Crawfordsville, shares information about the leadership academies community members can participate in, POINT and more!  To ask any question...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week is our general update episode where we give you an update on everything that is happening within the City of Crawfordsville! We cover topics like the Shelley Drain, Brickyard Nature Park, housing and more!  To ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Sarah Campbell at scampbell@crawfordsville...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week, Ellen Simpson joins us to talk about her role as FISH food pantry coordinator in Montgomery County and all of the amazing work for those in our community.  We talk about the mobile pantries that they hold, volunteer opportunities within the organization and how members of the community can utilize this resource. To find more...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined in the studio by Crawfordsville Parks and Recreation Director Fawn Johnson and Early Learning Director Lisa Walters to talk about Camp Milligan. The parks and recreation department partnered up with the Montgomery County Early Childhood Coalition to offer Camp Milligan, a summer childcare camp running from May 31...

Welcome back to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection! This week we are joined by Crawfordsville Police Department's Jennifer Haslam and Chief Mattingly to talk about the new self-defense classes that the department is holding for women in Crawfordsville. The classes are free to the public and you can sign up for the next class by contacting the department.  To ask any questions about this...

Welcome to another episode of Crawfordsville Connection. For this special episode, Tom Klein presents his State of the County. Tom joins us to give his year in review and give us some things to look forward to. For more information please visit  www.montgomerycounty.in.gov and to ask any questions about this podcast or to submit topic ideas, please email Abigail Campbell at acampbell@crawfordsvill...