TOWN MANAGER DOWNLOAD

In Episode 32 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Keith Baldinger, Assistant Town Manager - Operations, to talk about his journey through local government and furthering his education.

In Episode 31 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Joel Kimball, Fleet Management Division Manager, to talk about the newest DPW division and the importance of going above and beyond maintaining vehicles and equipment by proactively managing them.

In Episode 30 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Planning and Economic Director Christopher McGoldrick to talk about the MBTA Communities zoning regulations and ways to get involved in the process in Shrewsbury.

In Episode 29 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Alex Martinez, Assistant to Town Manager - Management Analyst, to discuss the kickoff of the Fiscal Year 2025 budget cycle and take a deep dive into the budgeting process for Shrewsbury.

In Episode 28 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Marc  Serra, the Executive Director of Shrewsbury Media Connection, to discuss SMC and all the contributions this non-profit organization makes to the Town to help increase outreach and transparency of our local government!

In Episode 27 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Deputy Fire Chief and Emergency Management Director Seth Colby to discuss the Shrewsbury Emergency Management Agency, one part of our public safety team the community might not know too much about!

In Episode 26 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Highway Division Manager, Nick Repekta, to talk about the snow and ice operations conducted by the Town, new technology they are using, and all things Highway Division!

In Episode 25 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Department of Public Works Director, Jeff Howland, PE, to talk about the Department of Public Works, the different divisions that are part of the Public Works Team, recent accomplishments, and future projects!

In Episode 24 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Recreation Director Laurel Rossiter, CTRS, to discuss her first (almost) year with Shrewsbury Recreation, the programming offered throughout the year, and the department in general!

In Episode 23 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Ruth Anderson, MAA Principal Assessor, to discuss how assessing works in Massachusetts, the goals of assessing, and how the tax reclassification process works!

In Episode 22 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Tacy Lambiase, the Project Manager from Kim Lundgren Associates for the Town’s Municipal Operations Climate Action Plan! This episode discusses the Plan itself and the importance of other municipalities doing this type of work!

In Episode 21 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Andy Truman, Town Engineer, to talk about the Town Center Area Traffic and Multimodal Study. This study aims to explore a variety of transportation options and solutions for the Town Center Area!  

In Episode 20 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Chief James Vuona to talk about the Shrewsbury Fire Department and the future of fire operations across the country! Chief Vuona reflects on his time in Shrewsbury and discusses the foundation for success he and his team have laid for SFD!

In Episode 19 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Dr. Joseph Sawyer, Superintendent of Shrewsbury Public Schools, to talk about Public Education in Shrewsbury and the partnership between municipal and school operations, including the budget!

In Episode 18 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor are joined by Daniel Rowley, the Water and Sewer Superintendent, to talk about the Shrewsbury Drinking Water System, including improvements made over the years and plans the Town has for the future when it comes to our Water!

In Episode 17 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor reflect on the past year in the Shrew - highlighting some major accomplishments of the Town and Town Staff during Fiscal Year 2023 as they prepare to welcome the new fiscal year!

In Episode 16 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor provide a recap of the May 15, 2023 Annual Town Meeting, summarizing the highlights and decisions made by the Town’s elected legislative body - Town Meeting. Town Meeting marks the last major event for the Town in their Fiscal Year before the new one begins July 1, 2023!

In Episode 15 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor discuss current and new Communications and Engagement initiatives in the Shrew! Taylor is the first  Communications Coordinator in Town and provides insight on the challenges and opportunities social media and communications today pose for Local Governments and Shrewsbury specifically!

In Episode 14 of the Town Manager Download, Kevin and Taylor discuss the upcoming May 15, 2023 Annual Town Meeting for residents and town meeting members to take a deeper look at the warrant prior to the Annual Town Meeting!