Inside Roswell

As part of the Earth Month series, this episode features  Liberti Gates , Environmental Education Coordinator for the City of Roswell’s Environmental and Public Works Department. This first segment focuses on how education and outreach connect residents of all ages to sustainability efforts across the city. The discussion highlights programs in local schools, interactive tools like the Earth Ballo...

As part of the Earth Month series, this episode features  Justin Baldis , Crew Supervisor for Public Works at the Roswell Recycling Center. The discussion shifts from tree canopy to another critical aspect of sustainability—how the City manages and reduces waste. This episode provides a behind-the-scenes look at what happens to recycled materials, highlights common recycling mistakes, and offers p...

As part of the Earth Month series, this episode features  Kyle Patterson , Parks Service Manager for the Recreation, Parks, Historic and Cultural Affairs Department. The conversation explores how sustainability is integrated into the maintenance and operation of Roswell’s parks and green spaces. From environmentally responsible treatments to protecting soil, waterways, and wildlife, this episode h...

As part of the Earth Month series, this episode features  Laura Dadisman , a Certified Arborist with the City of Roswell’s Community Development Department. The conversation kicks off the series by focusing on one of Roswell’s defining natural assets—its tree canopy—and explores how the City cares for and protects trees throughout the community. Listeners will gain insight into urban forestry, the...

As part of the Women’s History Month/Women in Leadership series, this episode features Nancy Long, City Clerk for the City of Roswell. The discussion highlights the vital role of the Clerk’s Office in promoting transparency, ensuring accountability, and maintaining the official record of the city. This episode underscores how behind-the-scenes leadership supports effective governance and public tr...

As part of the Women’s History Month/Women in Leadership series, this episode features Councilmember Brumley, newly elected this year. The conversation focuses on stepping into public office, navigating the transition into leadership, and bringing a fresh perspective to the City Council. Listeners will gain insight into the early experiences, challenges, and opportunities that come with beginning...

As part of the Women’s History Month/Women in Leadership series, this episode features Councilmember Christine Hall. The discussion centers on elected leadership, thoughtful decision-making, and the responsibility of serving the community from the dais. Drawing on experience in public office, Councilmember Hall reflects on governance, collaboration, and the long-term vision required to guide a gro...

As part of the Women’s History Month/Women in Leadership series, this episode features Deputy Chief Linnea Rivard of the Roswell Police Department. The conversation explores leadership in public safety and what it means to serve in a profession that has traditionally been male-dominated. Deputy Chief Rivard shares insights on responsibility, resilience, and the evolving role of women in law enforc...

This episode continues the retreat series, highlighting how the Mayor and Council build shared understanding and work collaboratively to serve the community. Councilmember Jennifer Philippi , newly elected to City Council, joins the conversation to share her perspective as a first-time retreat participant. She reflects on how the retreat helped clarify the City’s decision-making process, strengthe...

This episode is part of the retreat series, which shares different perspectives on how the City plans, leads, and works together to serve the community. Councilmember Sarah Beeson, Mayor Pro Tem, joins the conversation. Elected in 2022, she has attended multiple Mayor and Council retreats, offering valuable insight into how the retreat process influences decision-making and shapes City priorities...

Welcome to the first episode of Inside Roswell , a podcast offering a closer look at how the City of Roswell operates through conversations with the people doing the work every day. This episode focuses on leadership and alignment, beginning with the City’s recent Mayor and Council retreat. Joe Pennino, one of Roswell’s three Deputy City Administrators, joins the discussion. Joe oversees the Plann...