Welcome to ”Yucaipa 360,” the official podcast of the City of Yucaipa, hosted by City Manager Chris Mann. Join us as we dive into the heart of municipal governm...
Communications and Transparency in Local Government with Social Media Guru Sam Toles
As residents expect and demand a greater level of transparency from all levels of government, cities everywhere are faced with a rapidly changing media and communications landscape. Local governments grapple with how to adjust to new challenges, such as the rampant spread of misinformation over social media and vicious personal attacks aimed at elected officials and employees. In this episode, City Manager Chris Mann sits down with social media guru Sam Toles, a former elected official and communications executive at companies such as Bleacher Report, MGM, Vimeo and Paramount. The Founder and CEO of CiviSocial, Sam Toles now consults with cities all over the country on improving public communications, transparency, and trust in local government, in today’s social media and video-driven world.
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Episode #8 - The City Management Profession with Joe Turner & Will Kolbow
What is a city manager? What role does a city manager play within a local government organization? How does someone become a city manager? Is city manager compensation too high, or perhaps not high enough? Yucaipa City Manager Chris Mann and Calimesa City Manager Will Kolbow sit down with city management professional Joe Turner, founder of the American Association of Municipal Executives and host of “City Manager Unfiltered,” which many consider to be the most influential local government podcast in America.
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Episode #7 - Economic Development: Exciting New Shops and Restaurants Coming to Yucaipa
Yucaipa is experiencing significant growth, and the City is working hard to balance the need for economic development with the desire to hold on to a more rural feel. Â Housing and Economic Development Analyst Ryan Miller and City Manager Chris Mann discuss current and future commercial development projects bringing restaurants and shops residents will be excited about, and dive into the role of economic development in the City of Yucaipa. Â From coordinating with housing and commercial developers to helping small businesses thrive, this episode unpacks how the City is working to create a vibrant, sustainable community for generations to come.
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Episode #6 - The Future of Ambulance Service in Yucaipa
Ambulance service is changing in Yucaipa and throughout San Bernardino County. CONFIRE (Consolidated Fire Agencies) is a joint effort supported by cities throughout the County to provide emergency medical dispatch and now ambulance services. As CONFIRE prepares to take over the provision of ambulance services from American Medical Response (AMR), the City of Yucaipa was able to secure an ambulance operations center within its borders. City Manager Chris Mann sits down with Yucaipa Fire Chief Grant Malinowski and CONFIRE Interim Director Nathan Cooke to discuss how ambulance service works in San Bernardino County, and how CONFIRE will serve the residents of Yucaipa and beyond.
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Episode #5 - Election Day with State Assemblyman Greg Wallis and City Clerk Ana Sauseda
State Assemblyman Greg Wallis and Yucaipa City Clerk Ana Sauseda delve into campaigns and elections from both the political/candidate perspective and the government/Elections Official side of the equation. From the mechanics of the City Clerk's office planning for a fair and smooth election process and a candidate deciding to run for office, to Election Day and beyond, this episode provides a candid, behind-the-scenes look at local elections.
Welcome to ”Yucaipa 360,” the official podcast of the City of Yucaipa, hosted by City Manager Chris Mann. Join us as we dive into the heart of municipal government, exploring the issues that impact our community with the people who work behind the scenes to keep Yucaipa running smoothly. From budget updates and major projects to interviews with key staff and regional leaders, ”Yucaipa 360” is your go-to source for staying informed and engaged with the future of our city. Whether you’re a longtime resident or new to the area, this podcast offers insights and information to help you connect with your community on a deeper level.
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