We’re back for another edition of Norwood in Nine, where, after every council meeting, I break down the top takeaways. While I won’t claim to be an expert on Norwood’s issues, I try to keep up with things. Tonight’s meeting lasted 142 minutes, which means that by listening to this episode, you can be informed … Read more Norwood in Nine: July 28 City Council Meeting
Raised in Norwood, Ohio, Tom Perry never imagined working in public administration. But after a memorable experience in Bowling Green, his perspective shifted. Fast forward a few years and here is, earning his Masters of Public Administration from NKU while serving as the Executive Assistant to the Mayor. In this episode you’ll hear about: when … Read more Meet Tom Perry: Executive Assistant to Mayor Schneider
We’re back for another edition of Norwood City Council in 9, where, after every council meeting, I break down the top takeaways. While I won’t claim to be an expert on Norwood’s issues, I try to keep up with things. Tonight’s meeting lasted 159 minutes, which means that by listening to this episode, you can … Read more Norwood City Council in 9: July 14, 2020
We’re back for another edition of Norwood City Council in 9, where, after every council meeting, I break down the top takeaways. While I won’t claim to be an expert on Norwood’s issues, I try to keep up with things. Hopefully this distillation will save you time and make it easier for the average citizen … Read more Norwood City Council in 9: June 23, 2020
On one hand, most people would probably agree that it’s important to be informed about local government. On the other hand, most people would probably say that keeping up with Norwood City Council isn’t always easy or fun. Meetings can run long and procedures can be confusing, and the overall effect can leave people feeling … Read more Norwood City Council in 9: June 9, 2020
The campaigning is over. The ballots have been counted. The results are in. Norwood has elected new leaders. But who are they and what have we learned from this election? Hear about the results and much more on this special election night edition of the podcast. Topics covered include: Winners of every election The stunning … Read more Election Night 2019 recap
What if there was a way to use running to bring people together in Norwood? That was the question that Amanda Sinclair, Robin LeFevre and a group of Norwood residents were asking themselves in late 2017 / early 2018. Less than a year later, their “crazy idea” became a reality when nearly 400 people showed up … Read more Gem of the Highlands 5k
Did you hear the exciting news? Road projects are beginning to ramp up in Norwood. That’s right, friends! We recently finished re-paving a stretch of Forest Ave in Ward 3 and are about to start work on Section Ave in Ward 4. Council has even decided to set aside funds so that the new mayor, … Read more How a city goes bankrupt
In 2012, the results of a community health survey revealed that substance abuse was one of the biggest concerns among Norwood residents. As a response, a group of concerned citizens formed a coalition, which has since become Activating Substance Abuse Prevention, or, more simply, ASAP Norwood. In this episode, I’m joined by ASAP leader, Lauren … Read more ASAP Norwood: Building guardrails for a healthy community
Mayor Thomas Williams has served the city of Norwood, Ohio for the past 16 years. Although his retirement is rapidly approaching, the final weeks and months of his tenure have been anything but smooth sailing. Negotiations with the police and fire unions have been contentious, the relationship with city council has been strained, and uncertainty … Read more Interview with Mayor Thomas Williams: Unions, Roads, Water and more