This episode is part of our Inside Our Community series. County Government works with associated agencies that play an important role in shaping our community, and over this series we’ll be exploring what they do, why they’re important, and how you can get engaged. This episode features Christie Burnett, Executive Director of the Charles County Cha…

Tune in to hear Liz Theobalds, Deputy County Attorney, begin the first of several conversations about all things related to Charles County Government’s zoning and permit practices. In this episode, you'll get to meet Liz and hear about her work. In future episodes, Liz and other employees will help you “crack the code”—learning the who, what, and w…

In 2023, the Maryland General Assembly approved the Cannabis Reform Act, which created an additional revenue stream for all counties in Maryland, including Charles County. This money became available through the state’s collection of funds from the sale of cannabis for recreational use. Tune in to hear Jake Dyer from Fiscal and Administrative Servi…

Join us as we meet the Police Accountability Review Board and the Administrative Charging Committee. Host Brent Huber talks with Granville Johnson, Chairperson of the Police Accountability Review Board and Guy Black, Chairperson of the Administrative Charging Committee, about how and why the Boards for formed and the work they do for the community.…

On July 24, 2024, Charles County Government purchased the old Sears building, located at the St. Charles Towne Center, for $7.5 million. To support the construction of the building to turn it into a sports and wellness facility, the project will be funded from a combination of general obligation bonds, fund balance and state funds. Tune in to hear …

It's officially Fiscal Year 2025! In this first episode of FY25, Fiscal and Administrative Services' Jake Dyer goes over the top highlights of the budget. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subsc…

In this edition of "Inside Your County Government," Doria Fleisher, Community Engagement Coordinator, Cathy Thompson, Assistant Chief of Planning, and Esther Read, County Archeologist, discuss how the county identifies, responds to, and recognizes burial grounds discovered in the county. This episode serves to address concerns regarding the discove…

Fiscal and Administrative Services is providing weekly briefings to the Charles County Board of Commissioners on different aspects of the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget. Throughout the month of April and into May, Let's Get Fiscal will have weekly "Budget Bite" mini-episodes to give quick overviews of what was presented and what's coming next! Tu…

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Fiscal and Administrative Services is providing weekly briefings to the Charles County Board of Commissioners on different aspects of the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget. Throughout the month of April and into early May, Let's Get Fiscal will have weekly "Budget Bite" mini-episodes to give quick overviews of what was presented and what's coming ne…

Fiscal and Administrative services is providing weekly briefings to the Charles County Board of Commissioners on different aspects of the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget. Throughout the month of April, Let's Get Fiscal will have weekly "Budget Bite" mini-episodes to give quick overviews of what was presented and what's coming next! Tune in to this…

Fiscal and Administrative services is providing weekly briefings to the Charles County Board of Commissioners on different aspects of the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget. Throughout the month of April, Let's Get Fiscal will have weekly "Budget Bite" mini-episodes to give quick overviews of what was presented and what's coming next! Tune in to this…

Tune in to hear how Charles County Government is looking at the budget process through an equity lens! Fiscal & Administrative Services' Jake Dyer and Chief Equity Officer Renesha Miles share how they work together, supporting staff in ensuring that budgetary decisions are equitable. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear m…

Tune in to hear how Charles County Government is working to get community feedback on this year's budget! Fiscal and Administrative Services' Jake Dyer talks about the work he is doing to increase community input on the budget, including the creation of an engagement page that's a one-stop shop for all things related to the planning and implementat…

Special guest Steve Andritz, Director of Planning & Construction for Charles County Public Schools joins this episode of "Let's Get Fiscal" to chat with Fiscal & Administrative Services' Jake Dyer to talk about how they collaborate on capital improvement projects including constructing and renovating schools! Tune in to hear about the planning and …

Charles County Government wants to give you the gift of information this holiday season! The three episodes in this series will share information about resources available to Charles County residents so you can get your questions answered, your concerns addressed, and your voice heard! In this episode, you'll hear from Christina Elkins, Assistant C…

Charles County Government wants to give you the gift of information this holiday season! The three episodes in this series will share information about resources available to Charles County residents so you can get your questions answered, your concerns addressed, and your voice heard! In this episode, you'll hear from Danielle Mitchell, Assistant …

This December, the Charles County Government departments are making a list, checking it twice... and meeting with the Budget Division to plan for Fiscal Year 2025! Tune into this episode of Let’s Get Fiscal to hear about how departments work with Budget to make their wishlists so they have what they need to maintain operations and equipment and pla…

Charles County Government wants to give you the gift of information this holiday season! The three episodes in this series will share information about resources available to Charles County residents so you can get your questions answered, your concerns addressed, and your voice heard! In this episode, you'll hear from Anita Nichols-Swann, Acting A…

Want to know what's going on in Charles County Government? Each month, we will feature one of the departments in County Government that keeps our community moving, growing, and improving!! This episode features Kelli Beavers, Director of Recreation, Parks, and Tourism. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Cha…

Tune in to hear Chief of Budgets, Jake Dyer, explain the County's Bond sale and how the process works. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe. We’re also available on YouTube. Search Charle…

Tune into to hear how Charles County partner agencies are working collaboratively to address issues around substance use in the county. In a conversation facilitated by Charles County Government, the Charles County Health Department, Charles County Public Schools, and the Charles County Sheriff's Office share thoughts, concerns, and resources about…

Want to know what's going on in Charles County Government? Each month, we will feature one of the departments in County Government that keeps our community moving, growing, and improving!! This episode features Martin Harris, Director of Public Works. https://www.charlescountymd.gov/government/public-works-facilities Thanks for listening. If you li…

Tune into this episode of Let’s Get Fiscal to learn more about property taxes, including timeline, the difference between assessments and taxation, frequently asked questions, and available credits from Chief of Treasury, Eric Jackson, and Chief of Budget, Jake Dyer. https://www.charlescountymd.gov/government/fiscal-and-administrative-services/trea…

Want to know what's going on in Charles County Government? Each month, we will feature one of the departments in County Government that keeps our community moving, growing, and improving!! This episode featuresMichelle Lilly, Director of Emergency Services. https://www.charlescountymd.gov/services/emergency-services Thanks for listening. If you lik…

Tune in to hear Chief of Budgets, Jake Dyer, explain which partner agencies receive funding from Charles County Government and how the process works. https://www.charlescountymd.gov/government/departments/fiscal-and-administrative-services/budget-division Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Go…

Want to know what's going on in Charles County Government? Each month, we will feature one of the departments in County Government that keeps our community moving, growing, and improving!! This episode features Kelly Robertson-Slagle, Director of Economic Development. https://www.meetcharlescounty.com/ Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast…

Want to know what's going on in Charles County Government? Each month, we will feature one of the departments in County Government that keeps our community moving, growing, and improving!! This episode features Deborah Carpenter, Director of Planning and Growth Management. https://www.charlescountymd.gov/government/planning-and-growth-management Th…

Tune in to hear Chief of Budgets, Jake Dyer, explain which partner agencies receive funding from Charles County Government and how the process works Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe. …

Want to know what's going on in Charles County Government? Each month, we will feature one of the departments in County Government that keeps our community moving, growing, and improving!! This episode features Jeni Ellen, Director of Fiscal and Administrative Services. https://www.charlescountymd.gov/government/departments/fiscal-and-administrativ…

Tune in to hear Chief of Budget, Jake Dyer, share what's going on this spring with Charles County's budget season! Jake explains the adopted budget in this episode. https://www.charlescountymd.gov/government/departments/fiscal-and-administrative-services/budget-division Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Ch…

Want to know what's going on in Charles County Government? Each month, we will feature one of the departments in County Government that keeps our community moving, growing, and improving!! This episode features Deborah Hall Deputy County Administrator. https://www.charlescountymd.gov/government/county-administration Thanks for listening. If you lik…

Tune in to hear Chief of Budget, Jake Dyer, share what's going on this spring with Charles County's budget season! Jake explains CIP and general funds in this episode. https://www.charlescountymd.gov/government/departments/fiscal-and-administrative-services/budget-division Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search…

Want to know what's going on in Charles County Government? Each month, we will feature one of the departments in County Government that keeps our community moving, growing, and improving!! This episode features Dina Barclay, Director of the Community Services Department and Lisa Furlow, Chief of Aging and Human Services. https://www.charlescountymd…

Tune in to hear Chief of Budget, Jake Dyer, share what's going on this spring with Charles County's budget season! Jake explains what enterprise funds in the County are, and discusses what residents can expect for the FY24 budget. https://www.charlescountymd.gov/government/departments/fiscal-and-administrative-services/budget-division Thanks for li…

Tune in for the second in our series Let's Get Fiscal featuring Jake Dyer, Chief of Budget. This episode we will unpack property taxes here in Charles County. Real Property Assessment Appeal Form https://assessmentappeals.dat.maryland.gov/start.aspx State Wide 2022-2023 Tax Rates https://dat.maryland.gov/Documents/statistics/TaxRates_2022.pdf SDAT’…

Tune in to hear Chief of Budget, Jake Dyer, begin the first of several conversations about all things related to fiscal practices and budgeting in Charles County Government! In this episode, you'll get to meet Jake, hear about his work, and get an idea of why it's so much more than just numbers! Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and wa…

Looking for a great gift to give this holiday season? How about giving the gift of your engagement? That's right: we want you to get more engaged with your community this December and right on into the new year!! Tune in to hear Sylvia Royster, Charles County Public Schools' Director of Community Engagement and Equity, and Gus Proctor, the Charles …

In this episode, learn more about the Long Driveway Category 3 Program and how to take advantage of it, as media intern and host Jacob Buchanan talks with Deborah Hall, Deputy County Administrator, and Evelyn Jacobson, Chief Information Officer. Long Driveway Grant Program Charles County Broadband Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and …

Tune in to hear Lead Producer, Brent Huber, and Communications Coordinator, Erin Pomrenke, share the ways you can access LOTS of information from Charles County Government. From accessing CCGTV, to signing up for ENews and checking the online calendar, this episode will help you get connected! To find all the resources mentioned, check out https://…

Tune in to hear Charles County Government’s work on historic preservation , with a focus on recognizing and celebrating African-American history. Planning Supervisor, Cathy Thompson, and Video Production Specialist, Lee Ann Stone, converse about their perspective roles in researching history, talking to community members, and telling stories with a…

In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we spoke with Center for Abused Persons (CAP) Community Outreach Specialist Michala Knight and Board President Roz Manley. Along with talking about the support that CAP offers to those impacted by domestic violence, Roz also shared her story about being a victim and survivor of domestic violence.…

It's been a while since our last podcast about the Ghost of Charles County, so we're stepping back into the paranormal with the Return of the Ghosts of Charles County. Brent Huber, Lead Producer for CCGTV talks with Patrick and Emily Burke of Asylum Paranormal and Sublime Soul about the paranormal, their connection with our Tourism Division and inv…

School is open with no restrictions. Sports and after school activities are going full speed ahead. And Charles County schools are making exciting changes to better prepare students for college and careers. Doria Fleisher, Charles County Community Engagement Coordinator, talks with Dr. Maria Navarro, Charles County Superintendent of Schools, about …

On July 19, 2022, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R.2024, the Southern Maryland National Heritage Area Act. Tune in to this episode as Community Engagement Coordinator, Doria Fleisher, hosts a discussion about the benefits and importance of this bill to Charles County. Listen to the thought provoking conversation about Southern Maryland’…

To celebrate National Nonprofit Awareness Day on August 17, tune in to this episode all about the nonprofit scene in Charles County. Community Engagement Coordinator, Doria Fleisher, chats with Melvin Brennan, Chief Executive Officer at United Way of Southern Maryland, and Cara Fogarty, Senior Consultant with the College of Southern Maryland’s Nonp…

On Thursday, August 4, the United States declared Monkeypox to be a public health emergency. Tune in to hear Dr. Dianna Abney, Health Officer for Charles County, and Ms. Samantha Lane, the Infection Prevention Specialist for University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center share updates specific to how Charles County residents can stay safe, …

Tune in to hear Wanda Collins, the Administrator for Intake and Child Protective Services with the Charles County Department of Social Services, chat with Community Engagement Coordinator, Doria Fleisher, about a very important issue that is recognized during the month of April: National Child Abuse Prevention. Learn about what Department of Social…

Learn what Charles County is doing, and what you can do, to protect our streams and river from pollution. This episode was written and produced entirely by Jeremy Boyden; College of Southern Maryland, Digital Media Intern. For more Information on Charles County's pollution abatement efforts, visit: Charles County Storm Water Management Thanks for l…

This third and final episode in the series, looks at our future by hearing the voices of three African American student leaders in Charles County Public Schools. Kai Fountain, Daylin Harrison, and Zinaida Morfaw talk about their experiences, their perspectives, and their hopes for what's to come. A special thank you to these amazing students for gi…