County of Sonoma

SoCo Chat

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SoCo Chat, where we will be discussing all things concerning the County of Sonoma. This is where you will have a chance to hear directly from leaders within our county government, listen in to some in-depth discussions about critical issues facing our community as well as hear a variety of tidbits, tales and historic anecdotes about this wonderful place we call home.

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Episodes

Episode 11- The person behind the scenes 23.02.2024 27:36

A conversation with Marcie Woychik, chief deputy clerk for the Board of Supervisors, who discusses the highs, lows and unpredictable moments behind running the public meetings of the Board

Episode 10- Looking out for local businesses 23.02.2024 23:17

Ethan Brown, executive director of Sonoma County’s Economic Development Board, discusses the economic outlook for local businesses and explains how EDB is changing to better meet the needs of the community.

Episode 9- Keeping up with storm impacts 16.02.2024 28:27

In conversation with Johannes Hoevertsz, Sonoma County’s Director of Public Infrastructure.

Episode 8- Back to planning the future 16.02.2024 32:16

Tennis Wick, director of Permit Sonoma, discusses the upcoming revision of the county’s general plan and new ways to get the public involved.

Episode 7- The challenge of counting the homeless 10.02.2024 20:23

Michael Gause, manager of the county’s Ending Homelessness Program, discusses the annual Point in Time homelessness count in Sonoma County, and what we are learning from it.

SoCo Chat Roundtable 10.02.2024 24:07

A conversation about recent Sonoma County news including storm damage, county staff vacancies and Avelo’s expansion at the Sonoma County airport.

Episode 6- Sonoma County at its roots ft. Agricultural Commissioner Andrew Smith 03.02.2024 35:14

Agricultural Commissioner Andrew Smith discusses avian flu, the latest crop report and his department's role in protecting Sonoma County agriculture

Episode 5- Woman in Charge ft. Sonoma County Administrator M. Christina Rivera 02.02.2024 34:49

Sonoma County Administrator M. Christina Rivera reviews her first 12 months as the county’s top administrator while discussing career opportunities – including her own journey – at the county.

Special Episode- Turn around - Don’t drown: Preparing for winter storms with Jeff DuVall, director of Sonoma County’s Department of Emergency Management 02.02.2024 21:13

A series of storms are moving across the region, bringing the possibility of flooding, power outages, road closures and mudslides. In this episode, Jeff DuVall, director of Sonoma County’s Department of Emergency Management, discusses how residents can prepare for such emergencies as well as what the county does to prepare for and help during times of crisis.

Episode 4- On COVID and cold season – A conversation with Dr. Tanya Phares, Sonoma County’s new Health Officer 26.01.2024 20:59

Meet Sonoma County's new Health Officer, Dr. Tanya Phares, who discusses the latest data and strategies to keep us safe and healthy during cold and flu season, as well as an update on the COVID-19 endemic.

Episode 3- Where are the workers? – A discussion about the county’s high vacancy rate 23.01.2024 26:37

On today's podcast, we interview Human Resources Director, Janell Crane to discuss the high number of staff vacancies the County is facing and the impact this reduction in workforce is having on the county’s ability to serve residents.

Episode 2- An inside look at Sonoma County elections 23.01.2024 31:08

Today's episode discusses Sonoma County elections with Deva Marie Proto, Sonoma County’s Clerk-Recorder-Assessor and Registrar of Voters.

Episode 1- What’s in store for 2024? A conversation with Supervisor David Rabbitt, Chair of the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors. 22.01.2024 40:53

For the inaugural podcast episode, we kick off by interviewing Supervisor David Rabbitt, who represents Second District, which covers much of the southern portion of Sonoma County. He currently serves as the Chair of the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors.