Season 2

An Interview with MSC Family Restoration Center

This interview with the Executive Director for MSC Family Restoration Center, Gaby San Paolo, was recorded on January 24, 2024. In this episode we discuss what services the Center provides and how ARPA grant funding helped make a dream a reality.
If you want to learn more about the Family Restoration Center, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://familyrestorationcenter.org/.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with Cheyenne Village

This interview with the Director of Development for Cheyenne Village, Jeannie Porter, was recorded on January 10, 2024. In this episode we discuss the problems long-term care facilities faced during the COVID pandemic and the steps Cheyenne Village has taken to recover from that difficult time.
If you want to learn more about Cheyenne Village, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://cheyennevillage.org/.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with Dance Alliance of the Pikes Peak Region

This interview with the President of the Board of Trustees for the Dance Alliance of the Pikes Peak Region, Emily Murawski, was recorded on January 8, 2024. In this episode we discuss how dance can transform lives and the importance of having a dream to strive for.
If you want to learn more about the Dance Alliance, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://dappr.org/ or call Emily at 719.205.1313.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with Palmer Lake Sanitation District

This interview with the Manager for Palmer Lake Sanitation District, Becky Orcutt, and Principal with GMS Inc Consulting Engineers, Dave Frisch, was recorded on January 2, 2024. In this episode we discuss the nature of the sanitation district's growth and how ARPA grant funding helped propel one of their projects forward.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with Crossfire Ministries

This interview with Crossfire Ministries' Executive Director, Renee Bebee, was recorded on November 30, 2023. In this episode we talk about Crossfire Ministries' mission and how they benefit from community partnerships.
If you want to learn more about Crossfire Ministries, you can visit their website at https://www.crossfireministries.org/.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

Strategy Team Sessions: Volume 3

It's time for another edition of Strategy Team Sessions! This time around we have a couple of repeat guests (the team is only so big). This interview with El Paso County's Executive Director of Communications, Vernon Stewart, and Open Records Manager, Michael Madsen, was recorded on December 13, 2023.
Each time I record an episode of Strategy Team Sessions, which will probably be once a quarter, it will have a more casual feel, as I'll be speaking to co-workers who are on the team that I am a part of myself.
So kick back, relax, and enjoy the conversation! And as always, feel free to comment or reach out if you have any questions.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with the Colorado Springs Conservatory

This interview with the Colorado Springs Conservatory's Chief Development Officer, Scott Marble, was recorded on November 14, 2023. In this episode we discuss the importance of the arts and how they positively influence our daily lives.
If you want to learn more about the Colorado Springs Conservatory, you can visit their website at https://coloradospringsconservatory.org/.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with Kingdom Builders

This interview with Kingdom Builder's Founder and CEO, Lisa Jenkins, was recorded on November 14, 2023. In this episode we discuss how Kingdom Builders came to be and the approach they take to aiding victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault and human trafficking.
If you want to learn more about Kingdom Builders, you can visit their website at https://kbflc.org/. They also have a 24/7 Crisis Hotline you can reach by dialing 719.464.4647.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with Community Partnership for Child Development

This interview with Community Partnership for Child Development's President and CEO, Steven Lewis, was recorded on November 8, 2023. In this episode we discuss the importance of serving multigenerational needs and the benefits that come from investing in your people.
If you want to learn more about Community Partnership for Child Development, you can visit their website at https://www.cpcdheadstart.org. If you'd prefer to give them a call, you can reach them by dialing 719.635.1536.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with El Paso County Executive Director of Public Works Kevin Mastin

This interview with El Paso County Executive Director of Public Works Kevin Mastin was recorded on November 15, 2023. In this episode we talk about Kevin's road to Public Works and important updates to the Snow and Ice Control Program.
If you are interested in learning more about how El Paso County is communicating with its residents, please visit https://www.elpasoco.com/. If you are interested in stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.