The Flying Cow Podcast

Get important summer tips to help keep you safe from Palm Beach County Fire Rescue's District Chief Amanda Vomero.

As we wrap up National Public Works Week - Village Manager Jim Barnes sits down with Marco Roselli to talk about the unsung heroes in Public Works that keep our Village running.

In this episode of The Flying Cow Podcast, we explore how the Wellington Tennis Center is more than just courts; it’s a full community hub with programs, coaching, and opportunities for all ages and skill levels. From casual play to competitive training, it’s a place where people build routines, skills, and connections. Tune in as we discuss how spaces like this are reshaping recreation, accessibi...

In this episode of The Flying COW Podcast, Village Manager Jim Barnes sits down with Michelle Garvey, Community Events Director within our Parks & Recreation team to talk about Wellington's 30th Anniversary Events.

In this episode of The Flying Cow Podcast, the second in our two-part series kicking off Wellington’s 30th Anniversary celebrations in January 2026, we dive into something our community has been eagerly awaiting: the grand opening of the brand-new Wellington Aquatics Center at Village Park. Tune in as we explore how this state-of-the-art facility represents a major investment in recreation, health...

Wellington is turning 30—and the celebration is just getting started! In this episode of The Flying Cow Podcast, Village Manager Jim Barnes kicks off a special two-part anniversary series reflecting on Wellington’s journey from farmland and strawberry fields to the thriving hometown we know and love today. Tune in as we preview the exciting 30th Anniversary Celebration happening January 2, 2026, a...

In this episode of The Flying Cow, Village Manager Jim Barnes sits down with Jenifer Brito, Community Services Director, and Kyle Ostroff, Senior Program Coordinator, to explore how Wellington supports its senior residents through connection, enrichment, and care. From lively themed luncheons and engaging classes to the Freebee Senior Transportation Program and Congregate Meal Site, discover how W...

In this episode of The Flying COW, Village Manager Jim Barnes sits down with Wellington’s Community Services Director, Jenifer Brito, and Youth Programs Supervisor, Ian Williams, to spotlight how Wellington is investing in the future of its young residents. From civic education and tutoring support to mentoring, internships, and leadership opportunities, Wellington’s Youth Services Division is hel...

In this episode of The Flying COW Podcast, Village Manager Jim Barnes sits down with Utility Director Anjuli Panse, P.E., for an inside look at one of Wellington’s most vital services, our Water Utility. From the massive infrastructure that delivers safe drinking water and treats wastewater, to the cutting-edge projects shaping our future, Anjuli shares how this 24/7 operation impacts every reside...

In this episode of The Flying COW Podcast, Village Manager Jim Barnes is joined by Assistant Village Manager Ed De La Vega, Emergency Management, and Public Safety Director Nicole Coates to introduce Wellington’s new School Zone Speed Safety Camera Program, launching with the new school year on August 11, 2025. Together, they explain why this initiative is critical to student safety, how the techn...

In this episode of The Flying COW Podcast, Village Manager Jim Barnes sits down with Director of Emergency Management, Public Safety, and Risk, Nicole Coates to talk all things hurricane season in Wellington. From this year’s storm outlook to lessons learned from last year’s devastating tornado, Nicole shares how the Village prepares before, during, and after a storm, and what every resident shoul...

This week, we're diving into one of the most loved parts of our hometown, Parks and Recreation in Wellington. Join Village Manager Jim Barnes and special guest Eric Juckett, Wellington’s Parks & Recreation Director, as they explore: Award-winning parks & programs Summer events & celebrations Camp highlights & registration tips Details of the new Aquatics Complex And how Parks & Rec is the heartbea...

The Flying COW is the official podcast of the Village of Wellington, Fl. Hosted by Village Manager Jim Barnes, this podcast takes you behind the scenes of our Great Hometown. From interviews with Village staff and community leaders to news, events, and hidden gems around town, you’ll hear stories that showcase what makes Wellington a truly special place to live, work, and play.