Govern

In this episode of Govern, Supervisor Curt Hagman sits down with Marcus Dillard, Director of Homeless Services for San Bernardino County, to discuss one of the most complex challenges facing communities today: homelessness. From emergency shelter and transitional housing to regional collaboration and the development of a new Navigation Center, this conversation explores how San Bernardino County i...

In this episode of Govern, Curt Hagman sits down with Matthew Erickson, Chief Financial  Officer for San Bernardino County, to unpack one of the most critical and often misunderstood  functions of local government: the county budget.  From how public dollars are planned and allocated to why not all money can be spent the same  way, this conversation breaks down what the budget really represents: c...

In this episode of Govern, Supervisor Curt Hagman sits down with Josie Gonzales, San Bernardino County’s Assessor-Recorder-Clerk (ARC), to unpack one of the most essential and often overlooked offices in county government. From protecting homeowners against fraud to preserving vital records and maintaining public trust, this conversation highlights how ARC impacts residents at every stage of life....

In this episode of Govern, Supervisor Curt Hagman talks fire service, wildfire prevention, and public safety with someone at the forefront of it all — San Bernardino County Fire Chief Dan Munsey. Episode topics include: -Current wildfire challenges in San Bernardino County -Structure of the fire district -Balancing resource allocation between the various mountain, urban, and desert regions in the...

In this episode of Govern, Supervisor Curt Hagman talks about something that impacts each of us daily. From fighting pandemics to preventing disease, helping the homeless, and even inspecting your favorite pizza spot – Public Health is everywhere. Supervisor Hagman is joined by Josh Dugas, Director of Public Health, to share his background and how the Department of Public Health is serving the com...

Did you know San Bernardino County operates its own award-winning public hospital? In this episode of Govern, Supervisor Curt Hagman sits down with Andrew Goldfrach, CEO of Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC), to spotlight the vital role the hospital plays in our region’s healthcare system. As one of the county’s largest institutions, ARMC is more than just a hospital — it’s a public teaching...

In this episode of Govern, Curt Hagman sits down with Luther Snoke, CEO of San Bernardino County, for a powerful conversation on leadership, innovation, and the future of the county. Luther shares key insights from his leadership journey, reflects on past challenges, and reveals how those experiences shaped the county’s bold vision. Together, they explore how San Bernardino County is turning visio...

In this episode of Govern, host Curt Hagman is joined by Crisanta Gonzales, the Director of Emergency Management for San Bernardino County. Together they tackle a big question: Are we ready for a crisis? They dive into what emergency response is all about — who’s involved, how it works, and what our responsibility to one another is during a disaster. They explore the challenges the County has face...

In this inaugural episode of Govern with Supervisor Curt Hagman, Curt talks about his professional journey in government. He gives us insight into what a county is, how it functions, what a County Supervisor does, and more.