Public Works Podcast

Noe Martinez is a Public Works Engineering Manager at the City of Brighton in Colorado. Noe and I chat about his journey into his current position and some of the misconceptions he receives from what he does. Coming from South Central LA and now in Brighton CO, Noe has unique view on working within his community. We also cover topics like Speed Bumps and Pickup Lines to meet your wife on the trail...

Emily is an attorney with Clyde Snow & Sessions with a focus on Water. And that is exactly what we do, is on Water. We chat about the difference between Water Laws on the East side of the country vs the West side. We also cover topics like ownership, liability, and the difference between Water Rules and Water Quality Rules. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works P...

Harry is the Fluidized Bed Incinerator Operator at Bayshore Regional Sewerage Authority in New Jersey. We chat about all things incineration and what he did leading up to his current position. We also chat about his involvement with his local WEF association and how his involvement has widened his skillsets. We cover topics like biosolids and the history of inceneration. Give the show a listen and...

Amesha Morris is the Stormwater Knowledge Manager at Acorn EnviroComply. In this episode we talked about her career path to founding her company Acorn EnviroComply and all she has done leading up to today. We also chat about all-things Stormwater Training and what its like in the Stormwater Training Field. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals. Website...

Jason is the City Engineer for the City of Fort Myers in Florida. In this episode we chat about different types of City Government structures and how every City is different. We cover topics like Organizational S.O.P's and Artificial Intelligence for Capital Improvement. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Hailie is the Water Resource Recovery Facility Operator at the City of San Luis Obispo in California. In this episode we talk about what its like to work while your plant is constantly being upgraded and also how she works in tune with her other operational co-workers. She wants to spread the messsage of "Dont flush the unflushables". Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public...

Laura Vidal and Lowell Huffman from 120Water. In this special episode we chat about all things Lead and Copper Rule. They explain how 120 is at the forefront of helping our underserved communities stay within compliance of Federal Regulations. We also cover topics like PFAS and adoption of new technologies in our industry. Give the show a listen and check out 120water.com for more.  

David is the Design, Construction and Maintenance Director At Mile High Flood District in Denver Colorado. In this episode we chat about the larger "Why" for the Mile High Flood District and also how David navigated his way to his current position. We also cover the concept of his book and what spurred him to write it. Give the episode a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Profess...

Amanda is the Director of Water Quality Management in Bangor Maine and Phil is the Superintendent of York Sewer District. In this episode we chat about legislation, politics and the challenge of bio-solid disposal. We also cover topics like wet wipes and alos how to justify your position. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals. 

Jodi is the Senior Historical Analyst at Salt River Project in Arizona. If you were wondering what a historian does in this industry, give the show a listen. Want to hear about some of the challanges of having everything ever captured on file, give the show a listen. If you want to hear from the coolest, most chill historian ever, give the show a listen. Also, remember to thank your local Public W...

Roy is the Chief Technology Officer at CITYROVER. CITYROVER empowers their partners in the public sector to operate and maintain infrastructure better. They work together with professionals in transportation and public works, using artificial intelligence and data, to enable digital transformation, and modernize local government operations. Roy and I chat about what his service does and what probl...

Christina is the Senior Codes Compliance Inspector Supervisor at the City of Newport News in Virginia. In this episode we chat about what all a Senior Codes Compliance Inspector does and what the day-to-day activities include. Also she gives great insight on how to handle certain situations while on the job working in the community. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Wo...

TJ is the President of Hydro Products Corp. He is most know for his invention of the Vanguard Pathogen Defense System. In this episode we chat about all things pathogens and the difference between Cleanliness and Sanitization. We also chat about common misconceptions of the industry and building a business in today business climate. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Wo...

Nicole is a Client Development Manager at Suburban Consulting Engineers and also a Trustee with AWWA in New Jersey, she is also on the board of Black Water Professionals Alliance. In this episode we cover topics like Self Advocating and Personal Development. We also chat about finding allies and navigating this industry as a person of color. Give the episode a listen and remember to thank a local...

Coby is the President, Blue Skye Environmental Consulting in California. In this episode we chat about what it means to be a Design Consultant and the rigor involved in operating as a consultant. We also chat about his Billboard sign which would state: "Lets go beyond the 3 R's, Repair, Refuse, Reimagine." Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works professionals.

Emilie is the Director of Environmental Services at the City of Vaughan in Ontario Canada. In this episode we chat about what Vaughan is doing for conservation and to keep Water Main Breaks to a minimum. We also chat about her stance on Dedicating Time for Yourself in this hectic world. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Dr. Stephanie is the Deputy City Clerk at the City of North Miami in Florida. If you dont know what a Deputy City Clerk is or does, this is the episode for you. We also cover topics like the concept of Elected Officials and getting city constituents to register to vote. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

Mike is the Public Works Director at the City of Hutchinson in Minnesota. In this episode we chat about how to be both flexible and diplomatic in the workplace. A concept that Mike touched on is an "Emotional Bank Account" and how a high vs low balance can effect staff positively or negatively. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

BJ is the President at Source Technologies L.L.C. In this episdoe BJ and i chat about his transition from the corporate world to solving a problem on his own. We also chat about about his push for Interpersonal Skills and his passion for Golf. BJ employs us all to "Find your Why". Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals. Find more Source Technoligies at h...

Molly is the Director of Parks and Recreation in the Town of South Windsor in Connecticut. In this episode we chat about her workload and all the tasks that Molly is over day-to-day. We also hear what her "Moonshot Event" is and also what keeps her up at night. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals. 

In this episode we have Kristin Bean the Executive Director at Alliance of Indiana Rural Water and Lorean Johnston the Deputy Director at Alliance of Indiana Rural Water. In this special edition we chat about what AIRW is doing to combat the worker shortage and also the gaps in legislative education. Our rural systems have an asset in AIRW and we are here to tell their story and educate on the val...

Wesley is the Park Maintenance Administrator at City of Boca Raton in Florida. In this episode we talk about his career path and his winning of the coveted 30 under 30 award for Parks and Rec professionals. We also chat about Basketball, Versatility and Continuing Education. Wesleys message to the community is that "We're not perfect but we try". Give the show a listen and remember to thank your l...

Jordan is the City Administrator at the City of Nevada in Iowa. In this episode we chat about The subtle growth of the city and also some of the projects that are upcoming. We also chat about nutrition and how it can effect ones workday. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals

Taylor is the Project Manager at PACE Advanced Water Engineering. We interweave Baseball into our coverage of Water Engineering and Taylors backstory. We also chat about their niche of small cities and utilities and how they are making the world a better place through Engineering. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professional. Reach out to Taylor: tpierce@pacewa...

David is the Host of Psych Health and Safety USA Podcast and also The President of ID2 solutions. Want to know the definition of Psych Health and Safety? If youre thinking "mental health" like i did, youre in for a treat. Give the episode a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals