TOWN MANAGER DOWNLOAD

The Town of Shrewsbury and Shrewsbury Media Connection, Inc.

The Town Manager Download is a Podcast about all things local government and Shrewsbury! Hosts Kevin Mizikar and Taylor Galusha will explore all things local government, leadership, and management. The goal of this podcast is to increase communications to build community connections and engagement! Email your questions to: tmdownload@shrewsburyma.gov read less
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Catching Up on Trash & Recycling Featuring Gosia Stolarska & Kyle Orr (Casella)
Apr 11 2024
Catching Up on Trash & Recycling Featuring Gosia Stolarska & Kyle Orr (Casella)
In Episode 33 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Gosia Stolarska Solid Waste and recycling Program Manager, and Kyle Orr, Casella Market Area Manager, to discuss Shrewsbury’s Solid Waste and Recycling Program, the Transition to Casella, and the new updates to the Recycling Program.

Episodes

Catching Up on Trash & Recycling Featuring Gosia Stolarska & Kyle Orr (Casella)
Apr 11 2024
Catching Up on Trash & Recycling Featuring Gosia Stolarska & Kyle Orr (Casella)
In Episode 33 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Gosia Stolarska Solid Waste and recycling Program Manager, and Kyle Orr, Casella Market Area Manager, to discuss Shrewsbury’s Solid Waste and Recycling Program, the Transition to Casella, and the new updates to the Recycling Program.
Expanding Your Career and Education Horizons Featuring Keith Baldinger
Mar 7 2024
Expanding Your Career and Education Horizons Featuring Keith Baldinger
In Episode 32 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Keith Baldinger, Assistant Town Manager - Operations, to talk about his journey through local government and furthering his education.
Beyond Maintenance: Managing the Municipal Fleet in an Evolving World Feat. Joel Kimball
Jan 25 2024
Beyond Maintenance: Managing the Municipal Fleet in an Evolving World Feat. Joel Kimball
In Episode 31 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Joel Kimball, Fleet Management Division Manager, to talk about the newest DPW division and the importance of going above and beyond maintaining vehicles and equipment by proactively managing them.
MBTA Communities: What it Means for Shrewsbury Feat. Christopher McGoldrick
Jan 12 2024
MBTA Communities: What it Means for Shrewsbury Feat. Christopher McGoldrick
In Episode 30 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Planning and Economic Director Christopher McGoldrick to talk about the MBTA Communities zoning regulations and ways to get involved in the process in Shrewsbury.
Budget Breakdown: Behind the Scenes of Town Budgeting Feat. Alex Martinez
Jan 4 2024
Budget Breakdown: Behind the Scenes of Town Budgeting Feat. Alex Martinez
In Episode 29 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Alex Martinez, Assistant to Town Manager - Management Analyst, to discuss the kickoff of the Fiscal Year 2025 budget cycle and take a deep dive into the budgeting process for Shrewsbury.
Small Screen, Big Ideas: Public Access, Community Connections, and Local Innovation featuring Marc Serra
Dec 14 2023
Small Screen, Big Ideas: Public Access, Community Connections, and Local Innovation featuring Marc Serra
In Episode 28 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Marc  Serra, the Executive Director of Shrewsbury Media Connection, to discuss SMC and all the contributions this non-profit organization makes to the Town to help increase outreach and transparency of our local government!
Collaborating through the Chaos: Building a Robust Emergency Management Function Feat. Seth Colby
Nov 30 2023
Collaborating through the Chaos: Building a Robust Emergency Management Function Feat. Seth Colby
In Episode 27 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Deputy Fire Chief and Emergency Management Director Seth Colby to discuss the Shrewsbury Emergency Management Agency, one part of our public safety team the community might not know too much about!
Constructing Connections: A Highway Division Spotlight
Nov 23 2023
Constructing Connections: A Highway Division Spotlight
In Episode 26 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Highway Division Manager, Nick Repekta, to talk about the snow and ice operations conducted by the Town, new technology they are using, and all things Highway Division!
Behind the Scenes: Unearthed Stories from the Department of Public Works Featuring Jeff Howland, PE
Nov 2 2023
Behind the Scenes: Unearthed Stories from the Department of Public Works Featuring Jeff Howland, PE
In Episode 25 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Department of Public Works Director, Jeff Howland, PE, to talk about the Department of Public Works, the different divisions that are part of the Public Works Team, recent accomplishments, and future projects!
Green Spaces and Smiling Faces: Uncovering theMagic of Municipal Parks & Rec Feat. Laurel Rossiter, CTRS
Oct 19 2023
Green Spaces and Smiling Faces: Uncovering theMagic of Municipal Parks & Rec Feat. Laurel Rossiter, CTRS
In Episode 24 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Recreation Director Laurel Rossiter, CTRS, to discuss her first (almost) year with Shrewsbury Recreation, the programming offered throughout the year, and the department in general!
Assessing the Assessor Feat. Ruth Anderson, MAA
Oct 2 2023
Assessing the Assessor Feat. Ruth Anderson, MAA
In Episode 23 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Ruth Anderson, MAA Principal Assessor, to discuss how assessing works in Massachusetts, the goals of assessing, and how the tax reclassification process works!
Future Ready Municipal Operations - Climate Action Plan Feat. Tacy Lambiase, KLA
Sep 14 2023
Future Ready Municipal Operations - Climate Action Plan Feat. Tacy Lambiase, KLA
In Episode 22 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Tacy Lambiase, the Project Manager from Kim Lundgren Associates for the Town’s Municipal Operations Climate Action Plan! This episode discusses the Plan itself and the importance of other municipalities doing this type of work!
Trains, Planes, (Bicycles, Buses, Pedestrians), and Automobiles
Aug 24 2023
Trains, Planes, (Bicycles, Buses, Pedestrians), and Automobiles
In Episode 21 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Andy Truman, Town Engineer, to talk about the Town Center Area Traffic and Multimodal Study. This study aims to explore a variety of transportation options and solutions for the Town Center Area!
Hot Topics - Shrewsbury Fire Operations Feat. Chief James Vuona
Aug 10 2023
Hot Topics - Shrewsbury Fire Operations Feat. Chief James Vuona
In Episode 20 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Chief James Vuona to talk about the Shrewsbury Fire Department and the future of fire operations across the country! Chief Vuona reflects on his time in Shrewsbury and discusses the foundation for success he and his team have laid for SFD!
Public Education Excellence Featuring Dr. Joseph Sawyer
Jul 27 2023
Public Education Excellence Featuring Dr. Joseph Sawyer
In Episode 19 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Dr. Joseph Sawyer, Superintendent of Shrewsbury Public Schools, to talk about Public Education in Shrewsbury and the partnership between municipal and school operations, including the budget!
Be in the “H2-Know” about Your Water System! Feat. Daniel Rowley
Jul 13 2023
Be in the “H2-Know” about Your Water System! Feat. Daniel Rowley
In Episode 18 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Daniel Rowley, the Water and Sewer Superintendent, to talk about the Shrewsbury Drinking Water System, including improvements made over the years and plans the Town has for the future when it comes to our Water!
A (Fiscal) Year In Review
Jun 13 2023
A (Fiscal) Year In Review
In Episode 17 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor reflect on the past year in the Shrew - highlighting some major accomplishments of the Town and Town Staff during Fiscal Year 2023 as they prepare to welcome the new fiscal year!
2023 Annual Town Meeting Recap
May 25 2023
2023 Annual Town Meeting Recap
In Episode 16 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor provide a recap of the May 15, 2023 Annual Town Meeting, summarizing the highlights and decisions made by the Town’s elected legislative body - Town Meeting. Town Meeting marks the last major event for the Town in their Fiscal Year before the new one begins July 1, 2023!
Stay Connected Shrewsbury: Communications and Engagement
May 23 2023
Stay Connected Shrewsbury: Communications and Engagement
In Episode 15 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor discuss current and new Communications and Engagement initiatives in the Shrew! Taylor is the first  Communications Coordinator in Town and provides insight on the challenges and opportunities social media and communications today pose for Local Governments and Shrewsbury specifically!
May 15, 2023 Annual Town Meeting
May 9 2023
May 15, 2023 Annual Town Meeting
In Episode 14 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor discuss the upcoming May 15, 2023 Annual Town Meeting for residents and town meeting members to take a deeper look at the warrant prior to the Annual Town Meeting!