Explore Boulder’s vibrant arts and culture scene and hear from local leaders who are helping shape the city’s creative community.
Guests in this episode (City of Boulder staff):
Lauren Click – Arts and Culture Manager, City of Boulder
Other Guests:
David Dadone - Executive Director and Chief Curator for the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art
Leah Brenner Clack – Founder and Executive Director of Street Wise Arts
Kirsten Wilson – Founder and Executive Director of Motus Theater
This episode was hosted by Angela Urrego and Emi Smith. It was produced by the City of Boulder's Podcast Team. Theme music is Wide Eyes by Chad Crouch/Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.
For a full transcript, visit the City of Boulder's podcast webpage.
Related Resources:
Office of Arts and Culture
Boulder Arts Blueprint
Arts & Economic Prosperity 6
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Episode 12: A Boulder Future
Dive into the city’s guiding policy document, the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan, as the city and Boulder County work on a major update of the plan to help shape the future of Boulder.
Guests in this episode (City of Boulder staff):
Kristofer Johnson - Comprehensive Planning Senior Manager, City of Boulder
Kathleen King - Comprehensive Planning Planner Principal, City of Boulder
Other Guests:
Hannah Hippley - Long Range Planning Division Manager, Boulder County
Community Member voices – A Boulder Future Kick-off Video
This episode was hosted by Cate Stanek and Julie Causa. It was produced by the City of Boulder's Podcast Team. Theme music is Wide Eyes by Chad Crouch/Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.
For a full transcript, visit the City of Boulder's podcast webpage.
Related Resources:
The Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan Update project page
Community Connectors Program
Community Connectors in Residence
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Episode 11: Local Government 101
Take a step back into high school civics to learn how Boulder’s government works - and discover how you can get involved and make a meaningful impact in your local community.
Guests in this episode (City of Boulder staff):
Carl Castillo, Chief Policy Advisor
Elesha Johnson, City Clerk
Other Guests:
Glen Krutz, Political Science Professor at University of Colorado Boulder
This episode was hosted by Cate Stanek and Emi Smith. It was produced by the City of Boulder's Podcast Team. Theme music is Wide Eyes by Chad Crouch/Podington Bear (adapted), licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.
Related Resources:
Municipal Initiative Petition Guidelines
City of Boulder Boards and Commissions
City of Boulder Ranked Choice Voting Guide
Boulder City Council Frequently Asked Questions
Clarification:
The number of employees serving the City of Boulder fluctuates based on seasonal and temporary hires. At one point in the show, a guest mentions that the city employs 1,500 people. This number varies and gets as high as 1,800.
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Episode 10: Connecting Our Canopies
Climb into this episode about Boulder's city trees and hear from the people who care for them.
Guests in this episode (City of Boulder staff):
Andrew Holt, Forester
Calvin Wing, Crew Lead
Heather Bearnes-Loza, Senior Program Manager for the Nature-based Climate Solutions Team
Kathleen Alexander, Forestry Manager
Regina Elsner, Senior Manager of Natural Resources
Other Guests:
Daniel Hanson, Community Forestry Corps Lead
Mike Reichert, Tree Trust Program Manager
Community Forestry Corps members and tree planting volunteers, Mallory, Josue and Ellory.
This episode was hosted by Cate Stanek and Jonathan Thornton. It was produced by the City of Boulder's Podcast Team and edited by Leah Kelleher. Theme music is Wide Eyes by Chad Crouch/Podington Bear (adapted), licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.
Related Resources:
All About City Trees
City of Boulder Staff Land Acknowledgement
Inquire Boulder
Cool Boulder
PLAY Boulder Foundation Tree Trust & Tree Tender Training
Cooling Our City
City Heat Mapping
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Join Us Sept. 7 at What's Up Boulder!
Meet your neighbors and people behind the city — attend What's Up Boulder!
When: Saturday, Sept. 7 from 1 - 4 p.m.
Where: East Boulder Community Park between the soccer field and East Age Well Center.
What: Popsicles, lawn games, a foam party, conversations with council members, music and much more!
Get the details on our website.
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