The Chat, Chatham County, Georgia

The Chat Podcast Episode 50: Chatham County Mosquito Control Protecting Our Community Year-Round

In this episode of the Chatham County podcast, Public Information Director Catherine Glasby sits down with Ture Carlson, the director of Chatham County Mosquito Control. They discuss the essential work done by Ture's team to manage the county's large mosquito population, especially in the aftermath of events like Tropical Storm Debby, which brought heavy rains and flooding. Ture explains how the department handles both nuisance mosquitoes and those that carry diseases like West Nile virus, employing tools like aerial sprays and ground surveillance to control outbreaks.

Learn more about Mosquito Control.

Watch this podcast online on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@chathamcountygovTV

The Chat Podcast Episode 49: Recycling Center Launches New Soft Plastics Recycling Program

Get ready for the latest episode of The Chat, the official Chatham County Government podcast!

 

Join host Will Peebles as he talks with Ally Findlay, the Activities Coordinator at the Chatham County Recycling Center. Ali shares all the exciting ways she's working with students, schools, and local artists to promote recycling – plus, she breaks down the new soft plastics recycling program and an innovative partnership with NexTrex.

 

Tune in to learn how Chatham is making sustainability a priority and what you can do to help!

 

 

The Chat Podcast Episode 48: Stormwater, what is it?

On this episode we chat about stormwater in Chatham County. What is it? Why does it matter? Sydney Young the Environmental Program Coordinator for Chatham County Engineering discusses.

Learn more about how you can help keep our stormwater clean and about volunteer opportunities! Visit: https://engineering.chathamcountyga.gov/StormWater/About

 

The Chat Podcast Episode 47: Positive Peer Influencers

Get ready for an electrifying episode of The Chat! Join Robert Catanese as he sits down with members of the Positive Peer Influencers to uncover their incredible impact on local students. Prepare to be inspired by their uplifting journey, guaranteed to leave you feeling motivated and energized!

The Chat Podcast Episode 46: CNT Peer Influencer Group

Robert Catanese is joined by Counter Narcotics Team's Director Sarhatt and two special guests to discuss the Peer Influencer Group and the positive effect the program has on local schools.

The Chat Podcast Episode 45: DEI Administrator Freya Huffman

On this edition of The Chat we sit down with the Chatham County Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Administrator. Freya Huffman discusses the DEI philosophy and implementation county wide.

The Chat Podcast Episode 44: Floodplain Management and Mitigation

Angela Bliss is no stranger to the Chatham County Engineering Department and has recently assumed a new role at the department. In this edition of The Chat we sit down with Angela and discuss her new role and talk about Flood Plain Management and mitigation efforts.

Find out more here.

 

The Chat Podcast Episode 43: Reflecting on 2023 and Looking Forward: A Conversation with Chatham County Police Chief Jeff Hadley

On this episode of The Chat, Chatham County Police Chief, Jeff Hadley, reflects on 2023, what is on the horizon for CCPD in 2024.

Watch this episode online at: https://www.youtube.com/@chathamcountygovTV

The Chat Podcast Episode 42: Chatham County Police Departments Behavioral Health Unit

With more than 20 years of law enforcement experience, Corporal Hiram Rivera heads up the Chatham County Police Departments Behavioral Health Unit. In this edition of The Chat we sit down with Corporal Rivera and find out how the BHU is impacting communities in Chatham County.

The Chat Podcast Episode 41: Building Safety & Regulatory Services

Whether you are considering new construction or a remodeling project, you won't want to miss this edition of the Chat. We sit down with Chatham County Building Safety and Permitting Director and discuss all you need to know before you hammer in that first nail.