The City of Sault Ste. Marie’s official podcast about your local government and the people who work there. Join us each month for an in-depth conversation with ...
What is GIS and how is it shaping the City of Sault Ste. Marie? Geographic Information Systems is technology that lets us visualize and analyze data based on location. For a City like Sault Ste. Marie, GIS is more than just maps; it’s a toolkit for making smarter, data-driven decisions that impact everything from urban planning and environmental conservation. Kiera Shan, GIS Asset Management Coordinator, explores GIS Day on the podcast and provides some real-life examples of how GIS is making our City a safer, more sustainable and more connected place.
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Local Government Week with Mayor Shoemaker
Local government is closest to the people delivering programs and services that directly impact your quality of life. There are 444 municipalities in Ontario governed by municipal Councils. Municipal professionals take care of roads and waste to creating diverse arts and culture experiences for our community. Each year in October Local Government Week raises civic awareness about the vital role local government plays and celebrates municipal change-makers and community builders. Our guest today is Mayor Matthew Shoemaker. Join us as we learn more about what it means to be the Mayor, the opportunities and challenges, and the rewards that come with serving the community.
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Leaving a Legacy
Imagine planning, designing, and maintaining our City's infrastructure, public roads, transportation systems, bridges, drainage, and waste management. Larry Girardi, Deputy CAO of Public Works and Engineering Services, joins the podcast to look back at his remarkable career, tremendous legacy, and what is next for him in retirement.
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National AccessAbility Week
The City of Sault Ste. Marie prioritizes accessibility services to ensure that everyone regardless of ability can fully participate in and enjoy everything our great city has to offer. From transportation to public facilities efforts are made every day to remove barriers and create a more inclusive community. In this episode Diane Morrell, Accessibility Coordinator, tells us about National AccessAbility Week and discusses the City's accessibility initiatives.
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Hop on with Sault Transit
Public Transit is the heartbeat of a vibrant, livable, and sustainable community. Sault Ste. Marie Transit Services provides a reliable and comfortable public transportation service and is continually monitoring the needs of its customers to create a positive experiences for every passenger. Jay Singh, dedicated transit operator, helps uncover the intricacies that make public transportation an important community infrastructure, exploring its unique features and the exceptional experience it offers to passengers. Sit back, relax and enjoy the ride.
The City of Sault Ste. Marie’s official podcast about your local government and the people who work there. Join us each month for an in-depth conversation with City staff about why this community is Where You Belong.
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