On Public Square

On this episode, we're joined by officer Dallin Bridges and Lt. Ben Blackmon of Clarksville Police Department to talk about becoming a CPD officer, the community relations unit, the importance of public trust. If you are interesting in becoming a Clarksville Police Officer, visit bit.ly/clarksvillepd

On this episode, we're joined by Parks and Recreation Event Planning Supervisor Maggie Houts as well Lee Erwin and Ryan Ploekelman from 5 Star Media and Clarksville Now to discuss Clarksville's premier festival, Riverfest. What's your favorite Riverfest memory?

No Jimmy this week, but Casey is joined my Marylou Mattingly and Joseph Gutierrez to talk about AAPI Heritage Month and an upcoming celebration! Marylou is President of Kadiwa Filipino American Association of Clarksville, Regional Executive Vice President of the National Federation of Filipino American Associations, and Executive Vice President of the Filipino-American Chamber of Commerce of Tenne...

One this episode, we are joined by Joshua Forbess, Clarksville Police Departments new wellness counselor. An Army veteran, Josh was injured while serving in the 101st Airborne Division. As Wellness Counselor. he's leading the charge to advance mental health and wellness for Clarksville's police officers. Fisher House of Fort Campbell: https://blanchfield.tricare.mil/Patient-Resources/Fishe...

This week, we spoke with Lavon and Michelle from the Department of Neighborhood and Community Services about an incredible new program protecting families from lead poisoning. To learn more about the Lead Safe Housing Program, go to https://www.cityofclarksville.com/1183/Lead-Safe-Housing-Program#:~:text=About%20the%20Program,in%20homes%20built%20before%201978.

This week, Casey and Jimmy are joined by Michelle Lowe, the City's new Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer.  Michelle is bringing her years of experience and expertise, including 20 years in the U.S. Army, to help make Clarksville a better place for everyone, even if that means having some less than comfortable conversations.

For our first episode, lets get to know our hosts. Casey Williams and Jimmy Settle make up the City of Clarksville communications team.

On Public Square is a City of Clarksville Podcast in which Jimmy Settle and Casey Williams from the city's communications department sit down with their colleagues to learn who they are and what they do for our citizens. Along the way, we'll provide information on what's going on within our City's government. Everyone has a story, and we are going to hear them all.