BC City Connection is the official podcast from the City of Battle Creek, Michigan government. Host Richard Piet visits with various city leaders and experts - ...
BC Community Development Fellow Supports City and Business Efforts, Fosters New Leadership
In a partnership with the Community Economic Development Association of Michigan (CEDAM) and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), the City of Battle Creek welcomed a Community Development Fellow in 2025.The role "...support[s] various initiatives within community development, to include planning and small business development," Battle Creek Community Services Director Marcie Gillette said in a press release."They assist with serving more community members and pushing projects over the finish line that might not have been prioritized otherwise," Shate'ja Curry, CEDAM community fellowship manager, said.Tiyanna Williams, chosen as the Battle Creek CEDAM Fellow, joins Battle Creek Planning Supervisor Darcy Schmitt in this episode discussing the impact for both the city and the CEDAM Fellow.Episode ResourcesCity of Battle CreekWatch the video of this discussion here or see the episodes on Access Vision in Battle Creek Tuesdays at 6:30 PM on channel 17/917.The BC City Connection Podcast is produced by Livemic Communications.
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Battle Creek City FOIA Requests Now Accepted Online
The City of Battle Creek has activated a new online portal for Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests.In this episode of BC City Connection, Battle Creek City Attorney William Kim discusses the new process for FOIA requests, as well as why FOIA requests are submitted.Episode ResourcesCity of Battle Creek FOIA Information and Submission PortalWatch the video of this discussion here or see the episodes on Access Vision in Battle Creek Tuesdays at 6:30 PM on channel 17/917.The BC City Connection Podcast is produced by Livemic Communications.
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Battle Creek Starts Thinking About Summer Recreation in January!
Even when Battle Creek residents might be immersed in winter activities, the city's Recreation Department is planning for warm weather fun - even when the snow is still flying.This time on the BC City Connection, Recreation Director Danielle Myrkle talks about the planning for everything from summer camp to Flash Flood and Binder Park Golf Course. She also discusses the types of summer job opportunities which are available.Episode ResourcesCity of Battle CreekBattle Creek Recreation DepartmentWatch the video of this discussion here or see the episodes on Access Vision in Battle Creek Tuesdays at 6:30 PM on channel 17/917.The BC City Connection Podcast is produced by Livemic Communications.
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Mayor, Interim City Manager Reflect and Look Ahead to 2025 in Battle Creek
As 2024 closes, the City of Battle Creek looks upon some new beginnings in 2025. Ten-year City Manager Rebecca Fleury has retired, providing a chance for her successor to be discovered in 2025.The city also hired a successor for longtime attorney Jill Steele and decided on a plan to upgrade the city's fire stations.And then there's the Olive Garden.Mayor Mark Behnke and Interim City Manager Ted Dearing join the BC City Connection to look back at 2024 - and ahead to 2025.Episode ResourcesCity of Battle CreekBattle Creek City ManagerBattle Creek City CommissionWatch the video of this discussion here or see the episodes on Access Vision in Battle Creek Tuesdays at 6:30 PM on channel 17/917.The BC City Connection Podcast is produced by Livemic Communications.
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Be in the Snow - er, Know - with 'Snowtifications' - Name a City Plow, too!
Did you know there are about 300 road miles the City of Battle Creek has to clear when it snows?That's just one fact among many in this BC City Connection episode with Field Services Superintendent Todd Gerber, who also discusses 'Snowtifications' meant to help keep residents informed.Click to listen, as well, to hear how you can make your mark on the city's snowplow trucks by helping to name them.Episode ResourcesBattle Creek Public WorksMore about SnowtificationsWatch the video of this discussion here or see the episodes on Access Vision in Battle Creek Tuesdays at 6:30 PM on channel 17/917.The BC City Connection Podcast is produced by Livemic Communications.
BC City Connection is the official podcast from the City of Battle Creek, Michigan government. Host Richard Piet visits with various city leaders and experts - from administration to small business development and public works - hear engaging and informational discussions from Battle Creek.
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