Today on Brewocracy Now KPTZ host Tim Quackenbush and City Manager John Mauro were joined by Port Townsend Library Director Melody Sky Weaver. Topics discussed included: the current Community Read, effects of book banning efforts in other parts of the country on Port Townsend, and the upcoming tour for new City Council members of the Port of Port Townsend.

Today on Brewocracy Now KPTZ host Tim Quackenbush and City Manager John Mauro were joined by Adam Zacks, founder of the THING music and arts festival, coning to Fort Worden on August 26-28. They discussed the event, its focus on the discovery and inclusion of non-white and women artists, and the effects of COVID-19 on the event planning process. More information is available at THINGNW.org.

Today on Brewocracy Now KPTZ host Tim Quackenbush and City Manager John Mauro were joined by the new City Engineer, Laura Parsons. Topics discussed included: the Local Roads Safety Plan, Discovery Road Infrastructure Project, Madrona Ridge Development Project, Thing Festival Return, and the Rhododendron Parade.

Today on Brewocracy Now KPTZ host Tim Quackenbush and City Manager John Mauro discussed the following topics: expanded hours at City Hall and the Library; proposed State legislation addressing the construction of ADUs; the Poplar Alliance’s opposition to removal of the poplar trees on Sims Way; the Cook Avenue development and implications for future changes to the City’s permitting process and potential impact fees; the City’s map of traffic incidents, and pedestrian and cyclist safety.

Today on Brewocracy Now KPTZ host Tim Quackenbush spoke with City Manager John Mauro about efforts to recruit for vital city staff. John Mauro also provided updates on the work being done by Seton Construction on Cook Avenue, and the proposed Evan’s Vista project development.

Today on Brewocracy Now KPTZ host Tim Quackenbush and City Manager John Mauro were joined by Councilmember Ben Thomas. The newly-elected Councilmember discussed his efforts to familiarize himself with city operations; his hope that in-person public meetings can return soon; among other topics. He shared his e-mail and encouraged members of the community to reach out to him – [email protected].

Today on Brewocracy Now KPTZ host Tim Quackenbush and City Manager John Mauro were joined by Dr. Linda Rosenberry, Superintendent of the Port Townsend School District. Topics they discussed included the school district’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the upcoming bond levy.

Today on Brewocracy Now guest host Taylor Clark and City Manager John Mauro were joined by newly-elected Councilmember Aislinn Diamanti. Among the topics they discussed were: the City’s response to housing needs, adopting codes to make it easier to build small cottages, the recent vacancy of the Development Services Director position, and Councilmember Diamanti’s role with the Fort Worden PDA.

Today on Brewocracy Now, guest host Taylor Clark and City Manager John Mauro discussed the following topics: The City’s response to recent snowy road conditions; the completion of the Mill Agreement and what it means to upgrades to the water system; and upcoming projects and opportunities for community participation in 2022.

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On today’s Brewocracy Now, hosts John Mauro and KPTZ’s Tim Quackenbush welcomed Port Townsend Mayor Michelle Sandoval. Mayor Sandoval reflected on her 20 years of service to the community and answered wide-ranging questions, including the effect of social media on local politics, the reasons she decided to serve for two decades both as a Council Member and Mayor, and her hopes and vision for the future of Port Townsend.