Dallas, Oregon Podcast

Today, we have Jake Dyer, Assistant Public Works director for the city here to talk all things water and water conservation. To learn more visit, https://www.dallasor.gov/publicworks/page/every-drop-counts-learn-how-conserve-water-and-save-your-utility-bill-here 

Today, we’re talking about an important and exciting time here in the city, running for elected office and amending our City Charter. 

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Today, we’re welcoming back a familiar face , Kelly Most, Youth Services Librarian at the Dallas Public Library. Kelly’s here to talk about the library’s Summer Reading Program.

Today, we are talking about Building Safety Month, an international celebration in May to raise awareness about building safety. Our guest today is Laurie Roberts, the permit technician here at the City of Dallas. https://www.iccsafe.org/advocacy/building-safety-month/building-safety-month/

Today, we’re talking about Dallas Nights - a new name for a familiar Dallas event. Our guest today is Tara Townley, another familiar face from a previous episode here to tell us all about this exciting event. 

Today, we’re talking about the Rotary Club right here in Dallas. Our guest today is Tyler Ferrari, the club president and another familiar face from a previous episode.

Today, we’re talking about weed abatement and the importance of keeping our community vibrant, safe and clean. Our guest today is Lexi Murphy, our code services specialist and a familiar face from a previous episode.

Today, we’re talking about an important corner of our local community: the library, and the Friends of the Dallas Public Library and all of those who help make our library special. Our guest today is Matt Goolsby, president of the Friends of the Dallas Public Library. https://www.dallasorfol.org Email: DallasORFriends@gmail.com

Today, we are talking about Willamette Valley Fiber, a local business here in Dallas. Our guest today is Jason Saunders, Sales, Marketing, Customer Service Director at Willamette Valley Fiber.  https://wvalleyfiber.com/ https://www.facebook.com/willamettevalleyfiber

Today, we are talking about Liberty House, a Children’s Advocacy Center in Salem. Our guest today is Peter Carrillo, Liberty House’s Director of Community Engagement, Prevention, and Development. https://libertyhousecenter.org/

Today, we are learning all about the fantastic event called NerdCon here in Dallas. Our guest today is Lydia Wales, one of our Library Aides here.  https://www.dallasor.gov/library

Today, we are going to talk about the Kindness Club here in Dallas. Our guest today is Debbie Wall McCleery.  https://www.thekindnessclubdallasoregon.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/thekindnessclub/?ref=group_header

Today, we are going to learn about real estate here in Dallas. Our guest today is Megan Johnston from the Journey Home Team.  https://www.thejourneyhometeam-kw.com/

Today, we’re diving into the Dallas Aquatic Center. Our guest today is Gretchen, here to talk about the aquatic center and all of the great offerings they have for our community. www.dallasor.gov

Today, we’re talking about the state of the city - project updates, accomplishments from the past year, and things to look forward to in 2026. Here with us today is Dallas Mayor Rich Slack. To stay informed on city projects, visit www.dallasor.gov or follow the City of Dallas on Facebook.

Today, we’re talking about the city's utility bill - getting an in depth breakdown of what each charge is for and how the rates are set. Joining us today to help with the discussion is Finance Director, Cecilia Ward. 

Today, we’re talking about Bambinos - an amazing organization right here in Dallas that provides support for families and young children in our community. Glenda, the Bambinos Executive Director is here with us today. Glenda, thank you so much for joining us.

Today, we’re diving into an exciting oasis of our community: the arboretum. Our guest today is Dale, here to talk to the Friends of the Delbert Hunter Arboretum and spread the message of volunteerism.

Today we’re talking with code services about common complaints and violations here in Dallas and the work they do to help keep Dallas looking great and safe. Joining me today is Matthew Tholen and Lexi Murphy, both of which are Code Services Specialists here at the City. 

Today, we’re going to talk all about downtown and urban renewal updates with Tyler Ferrari, our Economic Development Specialist here at the City. 

Today we’re talking winter storms, how the City prepares for them, what work happens behind the scenes, and how you can help keep our community safe. Joining me is someone who knows this topic inside and out: Mike Kibbey, our Public Works Streets Maintenance Supervisor.

Today, we’re exploring all the CASA of Polk County does and learning about the amazing clothing and toy drive they are hosting this holiday season. Our guest today is Amber Calef, volunteer manager with CASA.

Today we’re talking about something everyone loves: good food and great local businesses. Joining me is a man whose cooking has quickly become a local favorite, Hector, owner of Mama Gorditas Kitchen here in Dallas.

Today, we’re diving into an exciting corner of our local community: aquatics, fitness, and how one organization is making waves, literally and figuratively. Our guest today is Ann Hurd, president of the Friends of the Dallas Aquatic Center.