The Mayor’s Table with Nate Duckett

Kitten season is almost here, and that means the team at the Farmington Regional Animal Shelter is gearing up for one of the busiest times of the year.

In this episode of The Mayor’s Table, Mayor Duckett sits down with Amber Francisco to discuss how the shelter’s programs are creating better outcomes for animals across Farmington.

From the growing success of the foster programs to expanded spay-and-neuter efforts and the Community ...

On this episode of The Mayor's Table, Mayor Duckett sits down with Estevan Rodriguez of Presbyterian Medical Services to discuss the Campus of Care and the vital work of the Totah Behavioral Health Authority.

Estevan shares how these programs support individuals facing addiction and mental health crises in the Four Corners, outlines the resources available to residents, and explains how this coordinated approach is creating pathway...

Transportation is the bridge to work, school, healthcare, and daily essentials. 

For many in our community, private transportation isn’t an option. That’s where the Red Apple Transit comes in.

On today’s episode of The Mayor’s Table, Mayor Duckett sits down with Red Apple Transit Administrator Alan Black to discuss the role public transportation plays in Farmington and how ridership has grown by more than 65% over the past three ye...

Mayor Duckett sits down with longtime director Myra Newman to explore the rich history and ongoing role of the Farmington Indian Center. 

A welcoming space where culture is celebrated daily, the center offers traditional Navajo cuisine, community support, and events that honor Indigenous heritage.

It’s also the only municipally run Indian center left in the United States.

Tune in to learn how this hidden jewel continues to serve re...

As Farmington steps into a new year full of opportunities, we also prepare to close a significant chapter in the City’s leadership.

On this episode of The Mayor’s Table, Mayor Duckett sits down with Farmington City Manager Rob Mayes, who will retire in June after two decades of service. Rob reflects on the challenges, the accomplishments, and above all, the people who have helped shape the City of Farmington into what it is today.

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In this episode of The Mayor’s Table, Mayor Duckett sits down with your city councilors to reflect on the major projects and milestones of 2025 and what’s on the horizon in 2026.

They wrap up the episode with a heartfelt farewell to Councilor Herman Buck, who looks back on his time in office and shares how he plans to continue serving the community through outreach and ministry.

Tune in for a wide-ranging conversation on where we’v...

Want to make a real impact in your community? Start by stepping outside your comfort zone.

On this episode of The Mayor’s Table, Mayor Duckett is joined by two fellow Leadership San Juan alumni to talk about what this program really is and how it's been shaping the region’s most dedicated community leaders for over three decades.

If you’re passionate about public service, curious about how things work behind the scenes...

Every cause needs a champion, and Cathryn Abeyta is one of San Juan County’s finest!

It’s our annual Season of Giving episode of The Mayor’s Table, and we’re joined by San Juan United Way Executive Director Cathryn Abeyta to talk about what it really means to give back.

The staff at SJUW is working year-round to connect neighbors to vital services, identify gaps in assistance, and rally partners across sectors to ensure no one fall...

Did you know the local 911 dispatch center handles between 275,000 and 300,000 calls (emergency and non-emergency) every year? 

In this episode of The Mayor’s Table, Mayor Duckett sits down with Nicole Brown, director of the San Juan County Communications Authority, to talk about the vital work of 911 professionals, the challenges they face, and the evolving technology behind emergency response.

The conversation also covers the imp...

Zoning plays a bigger role in your daily life than you might realize.

On this episode of The Mayor’s Table, Mayor Duckett is joined by Assistant City Manager Colby Gibson and Principal Planner Joaquin Gonzalez for a deep dive into how zoning works in Farmington, how to navigate zone changes and special use permits, and how the City is working to guide development in a smart, efficient way.

Whether you’re planning a project or just...

In this powerful episode of The Mayor’s Table, Mayor Duckett sits down with the inspiring teens of the UmattR program. 

This peer-led initiative is making a real difference in the lives of students across San Juan County.

These high school seniors are mentors and real-life heroes who younger kids can meet face-to-face, relate to, and look up to.

Through raw, personal stories and shared experiences, the UmattR Team helps elementary ...

On this special episode of The Mayor’s Table, Mayor Duckett is joined by Marilyn Montoya, vice president of the Tibbetts All Ability Park Foundation, to discuss the future of Boundless Journey Adventure Park.

This all-abilities park, currently under construction at the former Tibbetts Middle School site, is unlike anything else in the Four Corners region. 

Designed for individuals of all ages and abilities, it’s the result of a pub...

On today’s episode of The Mayor’s Table, Mayor Duckett is on location at San Juan College to highlight the importance of skilled trades.

He and Troy Brown, dean of the School of Trades and Technology, discuss how programs like welding, diesel technology, fire science, and more are preparing students for careers that are essential to the strength and success of our society.

This is a timely conversation about the value of hands-on w...

What would you do if an emergency struck before help could arrive?

In this episode of The Mayor’s Table, Mayor Duckett visits Fire Station 4 to talk with the Farmington Fire Department about the critical actions residents and businesses can take to be ready for life-threatening emergencies.

Our guests share practical tips, demonstrate life-saving tools like AEDs and tourniquets, and explain how every household and workplace can bui...

This week, Mayor Duckett is joined by Erin Hourihan and Jennifer Gray of Childhaven to spotlight the essential services this longtime Farmington nonprofit provides to children in crisis across the Four Corners.

Childhaven offers a continuum of care that includes emergency shelter, treatment foster care, trauma-informed therapy, forensic interviews, and the life-changing advocacy of CASA volunteers. 

This episode provides an inside ...

Keeping the public informed is no small task! Today, two local government communication professionals join us to discuss how they’re getting it done.

On this episode of The Mayor’s Table, Mayor Duckett welcomes Gina Intoppa from the City of Farmington and Devin Neeley from San Juan County to talk all things government communication and marketing.

They’re working behind the scenes to make sure you have the information you need, when...

We’ve been talking a lot about economic development, and outdoor recreation is a BIG part of that here in Farmington.

On today’s episode of The Mayor’s Table, Economic Development Director Warren Unsicker joins Mayor Duckett to talk about our overall economic development strategy and how outdoor recreation fits into it.

Listen to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the Outdoor Recreation Industry Initiative (ORII), econom...

What makes Farmington competitive in attracting and keeping businesses? 

In the latest episode of The Mayor’s Table, Mayor Duckett sits down with Tim Gibbs, CEO of Four Corners Economic Development, to talk business recruitment, site readiness, workforce, energy advantages, and how our region can lead the way in innovation, manufacturing, and data infrastructure.

Business owners, entrepreneurs, and people passionate about Farmingto...