The Dane County Podcast

By: Dane County Executive Joe Parisi
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  • Summary

  • The Dane County Podcast is a monthly program hosted by County Executive Joe Parisi that takes listeners on a tour of everything Dane County government has to offer. Dane County provides services from A to Z, whether it be the Dane County Regional Airport or the Henry Vilas Zoo. Joe wants to give everyone the opportunity to hear firsthand how the people of Dane County government work to preserve beloved natural resources, keep roads clear of ice and snow, cast a strong social safety net, combat climate change, and much more. Throughout the series, County Executive Parisi will talk to department directors and local leaders about ongoing initiatives and partnerships that allow Dane County government to improve the community and address residents’ needs. So — sit back, relax, and pop in those headphones as Joe guides you through the many ongoing efforts that collectively make the “Dane County Way” possible.
    © 2024 The Dane County Podcast
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Episodes
  • Joining Forces for Families with Mike Bruce

    Joining Forces for Families with Mike Bruce
    Feb 14 2024

    On this episode of The Dane County Podcast, Joe sits down with Joining Forces for Families (JFF) Supervisor Mike Bruce to discuss the program—now celebrating its 30th year of operation. The two cover what JFF is, how it came to be, and the critical work teams are carrying out in neighborhoods across Dane County to help address residents’ needs and make our community a better place to call home. Mike also shares how he first got involved with JFF and the impact it has had on his life.

    Learn more about JFF:
    https://danecountyhumanservices.org/Children-Youth-and-Family/Community-Programs/Joining-Forces-for-Families

    Check Out JFF's Contact Information Card:
    https://danecountyhumanservices.org/documents/pdf/Family/JFF-Dane-County-Information-Card-2023.pdf
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    47 mins
  • Dane County 911 Operations with Luis Bixler

    Dane County 911 Operations with Luis Bixler
    Nov 30 2023

    On this episode of The Dane County Podcast, Joe sits down with Dane County Public Safety Communications Director Luis Bixler to discuss 911 operations. The two cover multiple 2024 budget investments:

    •  expanding Madison's CARES (Community Alternative Response Emergency Services) program to more Dane County communities
    • adding crisis counselors to the 911 center that will work with people who call 911 while experiencing a behavioral health emergency
    • what the new Dane County Public Safety Communications (PSC) building will have in store

    Luis also shares his most memorable call when he served as a 911 call taker and his ongoing partnerships to have more bilingual 911 operators.
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    43 mins
  • The Dane County Regional Airport Terminal Expansion with Kim Jones

    The Dane County Regional Airport Terminal Expansion with Kim Jones
    Aug 3 2023

    On this episode of The Dane County Podcast, Joe sits down with Dane County Regional Airport Director Kim Jones to discuss the airport's new terminal expansion, direct flights, & much more.

    Learn More:
    Dane County Regional Airport
    https://www.msnairport.com/
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    39 mins

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