Podcast: Recruiter talks about hiring veterans and why a City career could be your best move yet

Podcast: Recruiter talks about hiring veterans and why a City career could be your best move yet

In this week’s episode of “What’s Up, College Station?,” Recruiter Priscilla Barcak discusses why the City of College Station is an outstanding place to work, how she finds and recruits skilled job candidates (especially veterans), and why she’d rather be chased by vampires than zombies. Continue reading Podcast: Recruiter talks about hiring veterans and why a City career could be your best move yet

Podcast: Christmas Parade planning and how we work with students and neighborhoods

Podcast: Christmas Parade planning and how we work with students and neighborhoods

In this week’s episode of “What’s Up, College Station?,” University and Community Relations Manager Barbara Moore and Neighborhood and Community Relations Coordinator Taitelyn Morris-Wise discuss the ins and outs of the annual College Station Christmas Parade, outreach to off-campus students, and working with neighborhoods. Continue reading Podcast: Christmas Parade planning and how we work with students and neighborhoods

Podcast: How local governments work together to prepare for when disaster strikes

Podcast: How local governments work together to prepare for when disaster strikes

In this week’s episode of “What’s Up, College Station?,” Emergency Management Coordinator Lauren McGrath discusses how local entities work together to prepare for large-scale emergencies, the importance of building strong relationships, preparedness tips for residents, and how to stay informed. Continue reading Podcast: How local governments work together to prepare for when disaster strikes

Podcast: Warrant amnesty, second chances, and the alarming spike in speeding and MIPs

Podcast: Warrant amnesty, second chances, and the alarming spike in speeding and MIPs

In this week’s episode of “What’s Up, College Station?,” Municipal Court Judge Ed Spillane discusses the fall warrant amnesty period, the value of second chances, and the alarming rise of speeding and minor in possession (MIP) cases he’s seen in College Station. Continue reading Podcast: Warrant amnesty, second chances, and the alarming spike in speeding and MIPs