Whatcom County Public Works Podcast

Natural Resources Division Senior Planner Chris Elder joins Roland and Mandy to discuss the recent Future Shorelines Project. More information is available on the project website. 

Public Works Director Elizabeth Kosa joins hosts Roland and Mandy to talk about supplemental budget impacts on the department. Michael & Gina, Assistant Superintendents of Maintenance & Operations, further explain the effects on road maintenance. 

Each year when the rain returns, it carries more than water into our creeks and bays. This new episode of the Whatcom County Public Works Podcast dives into the “fall flush” — what it is, why it matters, and how small actions at home can make a big difference for local water quality. Hear the surprising connections between what happens in your yard and the seafood we enjoy in local waters. You’ll also learn more about rebates, free farm planning help, and other programs available for residents and rural landowners.

This episode of the Whatcom County Public Works Podcast features staff from our Stormwater and our Pollution, Identification, and Correction Program (PIC) to discuss how pet waste affects water quality. Listen to learn more about our Scoop It, Bag It, Trash It campaign and the summer outreach we're doing to update pet owners. 

Season 3 of the Public Works Podcast continues with more info on the department's financial health. Hosts Roland and Mandy are joined by Public Works Director Elizabeth Kosa, River & Flood Manager Julie Anderson, and Natural Resources Manager Gary Stoyka to discuss the status of the Road Fund and the Flood Fund. Listen to learn more about where the money comes from, how cash flow affects the work we do, and the solutions we're proposing to help restore healthy fund balances.