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Inside Your County Government
by Charles County Government
Inside Your County Government is a podcast that brings you an inside look at the people and events in and around county government that shape our Charles County.
Episodes
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Sister Cities, Shared Opportunities
What does it mean for Charles County to have a sister city in Africa? In this episode of Inside Your County Government, Doria Fleisher from Media Services sits down with Lucretia Freeman Buster, Chief of Business Services in the Department of Economic Development, to talk about the county’s...
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Commissioners Meeting Update: September 29, 2026
Here's a brief update from the September 29, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. 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...
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Affordable Housing Pilots
"Affordable housing" is a phrase everyone throws around — but what does it actually mean for Charles County? In this episode of Inside Your County Government, host Doria Fleisher sits down with Joel Binkley, Planning Supervisor with the Department of Planning and Growth Management, and Jake Dyer,...
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Commissioners Meeting Update: September 22, 2026
Here's a brief update from the September 22, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. 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...
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Commissioners Meeting Update: September 15, 2026
Here's a brief update from the September 15, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. 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...
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988 and Suicide Prevention
This episode discusses suicide, which can be a sensitive topic for some listeners. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 anytime for free, confidential support. September 8th is 988 Day, and September is Suicide Prevention Month — but the resources in this episode are here…
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Commissioners Meeting Update: September 1, 2026
Here' a brief update from the September 1, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. 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…
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Preservation Matters Magazine: What's Inside the 250th Anniversary edition
Host Doria Fleisher sits down with Cal Carpenter, preservation planner, and Esther Reed, Charles County's one-and-only county archeologist, both from the Department of Planning and Growth Management. Together they unpack what it really takes to protect the county's history, farmland, and stories…
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Comprehensive Plan Engagement
Join host Doria Fleisher as she sits down with Charles County's Comprehensive Plan team — Joel Binkley, Long Range Planning Supervisor; Amy, Project Manager for the Comprehensive Plan update; and Tony Phelps, Assistant Chief of Planning. This episode breaks down what a comprehensive plan actually...
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Commissioners Meeting Update: July 21, 2026
Here's a brief update from the July 21, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. 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...
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Commissioners Meeting Update: July 7, 2026
Here's a brief update from the July 7, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. 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...
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Behind the scenes of 911
Inside Your County Government: Behind the Scenes at the 911 Communications Center Ever wonder what really happens when you dial 911? In this episode of Inside Your County Government, host Doria Fleisher sits down with April Thompson and Karen Turner, Public Safety Communications Supervisors at…
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Lets Get Fiscal :Property Taxes with SDAT
Got questions about your property tax bill? You're not alone — and this episode has answers. Host Doria Fleisher is joined by a powerhouse panel: Bob Yeager, Director of Maryland's State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT); Eric Jackson, Charles County's Chief of Treasury; and co-host...
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Litter Control
In this episode of Inside Your County Government, host Doria Fleisher sits down with Michelle Smith, Litter Control Manager, and Jakira Butler, Recycling and Litter Control Superintendent, to talk all things litter in Charles County. From the dedicated road crews working tirelessly to keep our...
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Understanding Local Elections
Ever wonder what really goes into running a local election? In this episode of Inside Your County Government, host Doria Fleischer sits down with Wade Beswick, the newly appointed Director of the Charles County Board of Elections, for a behind-the-scenes look at how elections work in Charles...
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Autism Awareness
In honor of National Autism Acceptance Month, host Doria Fleisher sits down with two Charles County teams making a real difference for residents with disabilities. PFC Graham from the Charles County Sheriff's Office shares how programs like Project Lifesaver and the Volunteer Registry are keeping...
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Economic Development Update: Waldorf + St. Charles
Join host Doria Fleisher as she sits down with Jim Chandler, Director of Economic Development, and Mark Thompson, Chief of Commercial Development, for an exciting look at the transformation happening in Waldorf and Saint Charles. This episode takes you beyond the construction cranes to explore…
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Commissioners Meeting Update: May 19, 2026
Here's a brief update from the May 19, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. 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...
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Mental Health Awareness
In this special roundtable, host Doria Fleisher is joined by three local experts — Janay Tyler, Crisis Response Coordinator for the Charles County Local Behavioral Health Authority; Captain Baker, Commander of Community Services for the Charles County Sheriff's Office; and Caitland Kelshaw,...
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Commissioners Meeting Update: May 12, 2026
Here's a brief update from the May 12, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. 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...
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The Approved FY27 Budget
Host Doria Fleisher sits down with Jake Dyer, Director of Fiscal and Administrative Services, and Sam Chiriaco, Chief of Budget, to celebrate a major milestone — the adoption of Charles County's Fiscal Year 2027 budget. From park improvements to a historic employee compensation study and a...
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Commissioners Meeting Update: May 5, 2026
Here's a brief update from the May 5, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. 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...
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Tourism in Southern Maryland: How It Boosts Local Economy & Community
Explore how tourism fuels the economy and community in Charles County, St. Mary’s County, and Calvert County during National Travel and Tourism Week. Local experts share how collaboration, small businesses, and residents all play a role in shaping unforgettable visitor experiences across Southern...
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Commissioners Meeting Update: April 28-29, 2026
Here's a brief update from the April 28 and 29, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. 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.…
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Commissioners Meeting Update: April 21-22, 2026
Here's a brief update from the April 21 and 22 Board of County Commissioners Meeting. 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...
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2027 Budget Update
In this episode of Let's Get Fiscal, hosts Doria Fleisher and Jake Dyer are joined by Sam Chiriaco, Chief of Budget, to provide updates on the 2027 Charles County Budget and how residents can participate in the process. To find out more, visit:...
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Get to Know Your Local Markets
Spring is in the air — and that means farmers market season is back in Charles County! In this episode of Inside Your County Government, host Doria Fleshier sits down with three of the county's dedicated farmers market managers to talk all things local shopping, community connection, and what's…
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A Collaborative Response to Youth Engagement
Here's a brief podcast description: Inside Your County Government – Youth Engagement in Charles County In this special collaborative episode, host Doria Fleisher brings together a roundtable of Charles County leaders to tackle one of the community's most talked-about topics: youth engagement.…
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Agriculture in Charles County
Agriculture has been a cornerstone of Charles County for generations — shaping our landscape, supporting our local economy, and preserving the rural character that makes our community unique. In this episode of Inside Your County Government, host Brent Huber sits down with Molly Meehan…
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Commissioners Meeting Update: March 17, 2026
Here's a brief update from the March 17th, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. To participate in the County's budget process, visit: https://charlescountymd.info/FY2027Budget Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple...
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Commissioners Meeting Update: March 10, 2026
Here's a brief update from the March 10, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. 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...
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Ready Set Prepare Tornadoes
In this episode, part of the Ready, Set, Prepare series, Doria is joined by Caitland Kelshaw — Paramedic and Pediatric Champion with Charles County's Department of Emergency Services — and Aldo Zambrana, the Department's Health and Safety Officer. Together, they break down what residents need to...
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Collaborative Response to Homelessness
There are many questions and concerns around the complex issue of homelessness in our community. To provide information, explain resources, reduce misinformation, and encourage residents to help be a part of positive change, Charles County Government invited key partners from the Department of...
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Commissioners Meeting Update: March 6, 2026
In case you missed it, here is a brief update from the March 6, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. 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...
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Citizens Academy
In this episode of Inside Your County Government, host Doria Fleisher sits down with three graduates of the Charles County Citizens Academy — Yolanda, Lloyd, and Betsy — to hear firsthand how the program changed the way they engage with their community. From forging unexpected partnerships to...
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Commissioners Meeting Update: February 24, 2026
Here's a brief update from the February 24, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. 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…
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Animal Control
In this episode of Cracking the Code, we take an in-depth look at the role and responsibilities of Animal Care and Control in Charles County. Hosts Doria Fleisher, Media Services, and Liz Theobalds, Deputy County Attorney, are joined by Animal Control Lieutenant Katy Rosche to discuss the state…
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Children and Family Resource Academy
Host Doria Fleisher welcomes Sapreen Khalaifeh, Local Management Board Supervisor, and Michelle Cureton, program graduate and educator, to discuss the Children and Family Resource Academy. This free program, funded by Charles County's Local Management Board, connects parents, caregivers, and...
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Commissioners Meeting Update: February 3, 2026
Here's a brief update from the February 3, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. 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…
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Data Centers in Charles County: What You Need to Know
Join host Doria Fleisher for this episode of Inside Your County Government as we explore the growing conversation around data centers in Charles County and Maryland. Industry experts Kelly Schultz (Maryland Tech Council), Dusty Rude (Data Center Alliance), Matt Doyle (MD Department of Commerce),...
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Cybersecurity
Host Jennifer Harris, Chief of Media Services, joins Wade Haubert, Emergency Manager, and George Jenkins, Information Security Officer, to discuss the importance of cybersecurity and what steps Charles County Government are taking to ensure the information of all its residents are safe and…
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Cracking The Code Special Events Permitting
Planning an event in Charles County? Learn about special events permitting with host Doria Fleisher and guests Sherri Davis (Planning & Growth Management) and Elizabeth Theobalds (Deputy County Attorney). From concerts to carnivals, get the insider's guide to navigating the permitting process,...
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Commissioners Meeting Update: January 13, 2026
Here's a brief update from the January 13, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. 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…
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Fire Safety Around the House
In this episode of Ready, Set, Prepare, hosts Doria Fleisher, Media Services, and Wade Haubert, Emergency Manager, are joined by Mark Kaufmann Jr., the Charles County Fire Chief, to discuss fire safety safety around the house, from the leading causes of house fires and steps residents can take to...
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Commissioners Meeting Update: January 6, 2026
Here's a brief update from the January 6, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. 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...
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Cracking the Code: Zoning Code Update
Join host Doria Fleisher in conversation with Tony Felts, Assistant Chief of Planning, and Elizabeth D. Theobalds, County Attorney, as they break down Charles County's comprehensive zoning code update. Learn how these changes will shape the future of our community and how you can get involved....
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The Gift of Information: Living Your Best Life
Join host Doria Fleisher from Charles County's Media Services Division as she sits down with Kelli Beavers, Director of Recreation, Parks, and Tourism, Brittney Gray, Tourism Outreach Specialist, and Casey Jones, Community Center Supervisor, to discuss how to have fun, places to go, things to do,...
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Commissioners Meeting Update: December 9, 2025
Here's a brief update from the December 9, 2025 Board of County Commissioners meeting. 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…
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Gift of Information: Utilizing Resources and Services
Join host Doria Fleisher from Charles County's Media Services Division as she sits down with Laura Gustafson, Deputy Director of the Department of Community Services, to explore the wide range of resources available to Charles County residents "from the cradle to the grave." In this informative...
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Commissioners Meeting Update: December 2, 2025
Here's a brief update from the December 2, 2025 Board of County Commissioners meeting. 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…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Inside Your County Government is a podcast that brings you an inside look at the people and events in and around county government that shape our Charles County.
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