The County
With more than 800,000 residents, 175 miles of shoreline, one of the 25 largest school districts in the nation, diverse and growing industry sectors, and a wealth of beautiful open spaces, Baltimore County is an exciting place to live, work and play. Join us as we explore issues important to the county, introduce you to our vibrant communities, and highlight some of the best the county has to offer.
Winter Weather Preparedness
Baltimore County's Director of Homeland Security & Emergency Management David Bycoffe talks about how residents can prepare for winter weeather. He also talks about the steps that the county takes before, during, and after a storm as well as offers tips to stay safe during the winter months. Special Guest: David Bycoffe.Fri, 22 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0500https://thecounty.fireside.fm/8Data-Driven Government: BCSTAT
An in-depth interview with Chief Data and Performance Officer of BCSTAT, Momen Abukdheir. We discuss the creation of BCSTAT, how the COVID-19 pandemic drove the program forward, and how a project moves from conception to analysis to implementation. Special Guest: Momen Abukhdeir.Thu, 10 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0400https://thecounty.fireside.fm/7Library Card Sign-Up Month
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month. We talk about how the Baltimore County Public Library is celebrating, plus more details of their newly reopened Catonsville branch, and much more. Special Guest: Emily Williamson.Fri, 13 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0400https://thecounty.fireside.fm/6Reimagine Recreation & Parks
As Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks celebrates its 75th anniversary, the Department is leading a comprehensive effort to Reimagine Recreation and Parks, which outlines a long-term, community-driven roadmap to rethink the department based on national best practices. Special Guests: Bob Smith and Cortney Weinstock.Tue, 16 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0400https://thecounty.fireside.fm/reimaginerecparksBCPL Summer Reading Challenge
Explore the wonderful world of books with this year's Summer Reading Challenge, "Adventure begins at Your Library." Children of all ages can join the challenge and log their reading on Beanstack or a paper game board. Read for 10 hours to pick up a completion prize and enter in prize drawings! Special Guest: Conni Strittmatter.Thu, 13 Jun 2024 08:00:00 -0400https://thecounty.fireside.fm/bcplsummerreadingchallengeMeet the New County Administrative Officer
New County Administrative Officer D'Andrea Walker was appointed to the position by the County Executive & unanimously approved by the County Council in April. Under Walker’s leadership, Baltimore County’s Department of Public Works and Transportation modernized programs and improved services, including bringing back residential bulk trash collection for the first time since 1992, announcing plans to significantly extend the life of the County’s landfill, and launching the Towson Loop, Baltimore County’s first free locally operated transit service. Now as the County’s newest Administrative Officer, she will oversee the day-to-day operations as well as the efforts of the county’s various departments. Special Guest: D'Andrea Walker.Thu, 30 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400https://thecounty.fireside.fm/newcountyadministrativeofficer