Today on Brewocracy Now KPTZ host Tim Quackenbush and City Manager John Mauro discussed the following topics: expanded hours at City Hall and the Library; proposed State legislation addressing the construction of ADUs; the Poplar Alliance’s opposition to removal of the poplar trees on Sims Way; the Cook Avenue development and implications for future changes to the City’s permitting process and potential impact fees; the City’s map of traffic incidents, and pedestrian and cyclist safety.
Today on Brewocracy Now KPTZ host Tim Quackenbush spoke with City Manager John Mauro about efforts to recruit for vital city staff. John Mauro also provided updates on the work being done by Seton Construction on Cook Avenue, and the proposed Evan’s Vista project development.
Today on Brewocracy Now KPTZ host Tim Quackenbush and City Manager John Mauro were joined by Councilmember Ben Thomas. The newly-elected Councilmember discussed his efforts to familiarize himself with city operations; his hope that in-person public meetings can return soon; among other topics. He shared his e-mail and encouraged members of the community to reach out to him – bthomas@cityofpt.us.
Today on Brewocracy Now KPTZ host Tim Quackenbush and City Manager John Mauro were joined by Dr. Linda Rosenberry, Superintendent of the Port Townsend School District. Topics they discussed included the school district’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the upcoming bond levy.
Today on Brewocracy Now guest host Taylor Clark and City Manager John Mauro were joined by newly-elected Councilmember Aislinn Diamanti. Among the topics they discussed were: the City’s response to housing needs, adopting codes to make it easier to build small cottages, the recent vacancy of the Development Services Director position, and Councilmember Diamanti’s role with the Fort Worden PDA.
Today on Brewocracy Now, guest host Taylor Clark and City Manager John Mauro discussed the following topics: The City’s response to recent snowy road conditions; the completion of the Mill Agreement and what it means to upgrades to the water system; and upcoming projects and opportunities for community participation in 2022.
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On today’s Brewocracy Now, hosts John Mauro and KPTZ’s Tim Quackenbush welcomed Port Townsend Mayor Michelle Sandoval. Mayor Sandoval reflected on her 20 years of service to the community and answered wide-ranging questions, including the effect of social media on local politics, the reasons she decided to serve for two decades both as a Council Member and Mayor, and her hopes and vision for the future of Port Townsend.
Today on Brewocracy Now KTPZ host Tim Quackenbush and City Manager John Mauro discussed the following topics: Recap of the Sims Way Town Hall; Upcoming City Council action on the Evans Vista property purchase; Mill Agreement update; and City staffing. Mayor Michelle Sandoval will join John and Tim on the next Brewocracy Now on December 23, 2021.
Today on Brewocracy Now KPTZ host Tim Quackenbush and City Manager John Mauro discussed a variety of topics including: Updates to the Port Townsend Paper mill contract; The potential “Evans Vista” affordable housing site; Current City staffing shortages; 2022 Budget summary; PT Main Street programs and extension of the street eateries program; and the Sims Way Town Hall broadcast.
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Today on Brewocracy Now KPTZ host Tim Quackenbush and City Manager John Mauro discussed a variety of topics including: The City’s response to the recent storm event; the paper mill water agreement; the new event tent on Tyler Street; the Intergovernmental Collaborative Group’s upcoming year-end meeting, and the report of the Council Salary Commission.
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Today on Brewocracy Now KPTZ host Tim Quackenbush was joined by City Manager John Mauro live in the KPTZ studio. Topics discussed included: the recent Sims Way Town Hall; budget challenges; outreach efforts; use of CARES Act funds; and the status of pre-approved ADU plans.
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John Mauro is joined by Eron Berg, Port of Port Townsend; Kevin Streett, JeffcoPUD; Mark McCauley, Jefferson County Administrator, and Steve King, PT Director of Public Works. Today’s topic is the replacement of the Lombardy Poplars along Sims Way, and what to expect from the upcoming Town Hall on November 9.
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Today on Brewocracy Now, KPTZ host Tim Quackenbush and City Manager John Mauro discussed the upcoming Town Hall regarding the Sim’s Gateway project, along with the importance of public input into project planning. John Mauro explained the relationship between the Hearing Examiner and the development approval process in Port Townsend, along with an overview of the City’s finances.
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Today on Brewocracy Now KPTZ host Tim Quackenbush and City Manager John Mauro were joined by Local 20/20’s Cindy Jayne and Port Townsend Marine Science Center Executive Director Janine Boire to discuss issues relating to climate change and its impact on city facilities, infrastructure and policies.
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Dr. Linda Rosenbury, Port Townsend School District Superintendent was today’s guest on Brewocracy Now. Topics include COVID-19 transmission at Port Townsend schools, staff vaccination rates, impact of COVID-19-related duties to district staff. John Mauro answered listener questions regarding the Cook St. development. Also discussed by all: the need for calm thoughtful discourse during the pandemic and a preview of the upcoming Brewocracy Now discussion regarding climate change.
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This week John Mauro responded to questions about the City’s new Infrastructure Committee and the consolidation of existing committees to gain efficiencies for the city. Other topics included seasonal changes to downtown parking limits, infrastructure challenges at the city’s sewage treatment plant, and the status of Port Townsend ‘s pending water system agreement with the mill.
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Today on Brewocracy Now KPTZ host Phil Andrus and City Manager John Mauro discussed the following topics: status of the City’s water supply; Illegal tree removal at Red Men Cemetery; Proposed removal of the poplars along Sims Way; Collaboration with other government agencies.
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On today’s Brewoacracy Now show, City Manager John Mauro and KPTZ’s Tim Quackenbush talked about the excavation and road work being done adjacent to the new Trail Crest housing development on Cook Avenue. They followed up from last week’s show to speak more about ADU development. John spoke about the challenges faced by public works crews for historical preservation in Port Townsend, as well as those our hard working healthcare workers are facing. Big thanks to all those work crews!
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Today on Brewocracy Now KPTZ host Tim Quackenbush and City Manager John Mauro discussed the following topics: Potential tree removal on Sims Way; the City’s role in attracting new businesses to address vacancies; the status of the stop light at Taylor and Water Street; City Council Salary Commission; permits for public demonstrations, and a change to the email address for submitting questions – please submit questions to jmauro@cityofpt.us and include “Brew Now” in the subject line.
Today on Brewocracy Now KPTZ host Tim Quackenbush and City Manager John Mauro discussed a variety of topics including: the impact of social media on the effectiveness of public discourse; the potential of pre-approved ADU designs; the cost of the skate park fence repair; the upcoming budget process; new COVID-19 mandates; and the effect of housing affordability on current City job recruitments.
Today on Brewocracy Now KPTZ host Tim Quackenbush and City Manager John Mauro were joined by Dr. Philip Higuera, Professor of Fire Ecology with the University of Montana, and East Jefferson Fire and Rescue Chief Bret Black. The discussion covered the science and consequences of increased wildfire activity due to climate change, and its impacts on public health and public policy.
Brewocracy Now welcomes both new local school school district superintendents. Linda Rosenbury, Port Townsend School District, and Scott Mauk, Chimacum School District. John Mauro explains how local governments collaborate with these entities, and the superintendents speak to their goals, aspirations and first impressions.
John Mauro respondrf to the role if the city of Port Townsend to alleviate the impacts of homelessness. He spoke about the status of the city’s collaboration with Jefferson County on homeless housing sites. He also spoke on how the city might respond in the case of new COVID-19-related mandates.
Today on Brewocracy Now KPTZ host Tim Quackenbush and City Manager John Mauro discussed the “banked capacity” spending plan; OlyCAP affordable housing project groundbreaking; and Net Zero projects and climate change.
John Mauro was on air live from Water Street, and spoke with the people behind Jefferson County Historical Society’s “Hidden History” project. John and guests including JCHS director Shelly Leavens and PT Main Street director Mari Mullen explained what the project is and how it brings Port Townsend’s past to life.
This week on Brewocracy Now KPTZ host Tim Quackenbush and City Manager John Mauro discussed the following topics:
Street Eateries Update; Eviction Moratorium and the Homeless; City Response to Extreme Heat Event; City Personnel Recruitments; “Hidden Histories” Placards.