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Villages Vitality: Senior Life UnscriptedBuilding a Better Community: Don Wiley on Local GovernanceSend a textBuilding a Better Community: Don Wiley on Local GovernanceThis episode suffers from a sound quality issue, for which I apologize, but it's content is extremely valuable and time for the election The 'Open Forum in The Villages, Florida' podcast, hosted by Mike Roth, highlights various aspects of life and developments in The Villages. In this episode, Mike talks with Don Wiley, a former Sumter county commissioner, about his tenure, focusing on the fire budget reallocation and ambulances. Don outlines his journey, touching on t...
2024-07-1930 minVillages Vitality: Senior Life UnscriptedTruth in Elections Inside The VillagesSend a textOpen Forum in The Villages: Debunking Election Misinformation and Community UpdatesIn this episode of the 'Open Forum in The Villages, Florida' podcast hosted by Mike Roth, community leader Don Wiley addresses various claims from a circulating email accusing him of being a 'pawn of the developer'. They examine discrepancies in campaign contributions and impact fees between Sumter and Lake counties. Additionally, Don clarifies several misconceptions about infrastructure funding in The Villages. The episode also features Dr. Craig Curtis discussing the effects of alcohol on Alzheimer's and how listeners can...
2024-07-1226 minVillages Vitality: Senior Life UnscriptedCelebrating Community Vibrancy The Villages' Enrichment Academy Expo - March 22, 2024Send a textGet ready to unlock the secrets of a thriving community and optimal brain health in one energizing episode. We're taking you to the heart of The Villages, Florida, where the Enrichment Academy Expo buzzes with life, thanks to the dedication of people like John Rohan and Tweet Coleman. You'll feel the pulse of community engagement, from the beats of the Homemade Jam band to the whir of Don Wiley's drones overhead. It's a celebration of learning and connection, and we're capturing it all just for you.But it's not all play – we're al...
2024-03-2314 minVillages Vitality: Senior Life UnscriptedDecoding Fire Department Financing: A Conversation with Don WileySend a textEver wondered how the intricate web of local government and public services works? Well, we've got the perfect deep-dive for you! Our guest, Don Wiley, a commissioner in Sumter County, unfolds the dynamic and intricate world of public services, primarily focusing on the Villages Fire Department. He shares the latest updates, including the failed proposal to make the fire department independent and the recent addition of 16 ambulances to their fleet, supported by the Village Center Community Development District and ARPA funds. As he walks us through the critical developments, we also get an insight...
2023-10-0627 min
Open Forum in The VillagesOpen Forum in The Villages - Commissioner Don Wiley Season #2, Show #6Commissioner Don Wiley talks about the election coming up in August. He tells us why he thinks he is most qualified to server another 2 years.
Don talks about property taxes and the new Fire District on the ballot.
This is an extremely interesting show, thus I did not cut anything out and the show runs about 35 minutes.
A great listen.
2022-07-0636 minVillages Vitality: Senior Life UnscriptedOpen Forum in The Villages - Commissioner Don Wiley Season #2, Show #6Send a textCommissioner Don Wiley talks about the election coming up in August. He tells us why he thinks he is most qualified to server another 2 years.Don talks about property taxes and the new Fire District on the ballot.This is an extremely interesting show, thus I did not cut anything out and the show runs about 35 minutes.A great listen.Have you heard about mature adults with Donna Hoover and Mike Roth? Yes. This is my second podcast and Donna and I are going to be a...
2022-07-0637 min
Open Forum in The VillagesOpen forum in The Villages - Show#3 - Don WileyIn this episode Don Wiley talks about the Sumter County commission race in August. You will hear his vision of the future of Sumter County. You will also learn about: Growth in Sumter and what it means, Economic impact of 20,000 people in the construction, unifying the people in the county and The Villages - greater understanding of each other.
We hear about the Wildwood annexations, and answer the "Should the Villages become a city?"
You will get a good understanding about how Don makes decisions, his background that lead him to where he is today....
2022-05-2022 minVillages Vitality: Senior Life UnscriptedOpen Forum in The Villages - Show #3, Don Wiley interview part 3Send a textIn this episode Don Wiley talks about the Sumter County commission race in August. You will hear his vision of the future of Sumter County. You will also learn about: Growth in Sumter an what it means, Economic impact of 20,000 people in the construction, unifying the people in the county and The Villages - greater understanding of each other. We hear about the Wildwood annexations, and answer the "Should the Villages become a city?"You will get a good understanding about how Don makes decisions, his background that lead him to...
2022-05-2022 min
Open Forum in The VillagesOpen forum in The Villages - Show #2 - Don WileyIn today's interview we talk about his views on Sumter County Government and what needs to be done better. In addition to talking about why the property tax increase was not handled correctly and how he will correct things in the future, if he were elected to the Sumter County Commission.
His interview is broken down into three easy to listen to show of about 15 to 20 minutes. Stay tuned to hear part 3 next week.
2022-05-1317 minVillages Vitality: Senior Life UnscriptedOpen Forum in The Villages - Show #2, Don Wiley interview part 2Send a textDuring today's show Don Wiley Talks about Sumter County Government.We talk about his views on Sumter County Government and what needs to be done better. In addition to talking about why the property tax increase was not handled correctly and how he will correct things in the future, if he were elected to the Sumter County Commission.His interview is broken down into three easy to listen to show of about 15 to 25 minutes. Stay tuned to hear part 3 next week.Community Leadership and Infrastructure in The Villages: A...
2022-05-1316 minOpen Forum in The VillagesOpen Forum in The Villages - #1 Don Wiley - part 1 of 3In this show I introduce Don Wiley. He ran the nuclear power plants on submarines and was a Project manager for a Fortune 500 company before moving to The Villages.
In this interview we talk about his drone business - Golden WingNut, which creates construction videos here in The Villages. In addition we cover how he got involved in The Villages management roles. In addition to talking about why he stepped up to running for Sumter County Commissioner. It is the background, so you understand what he has done in the past and part of the why, moving for...
2022-05-1015 minVillages Vitality: Senior Life UnscriptedOpen Forum in The Villages - show#1 - Don Wiley - Part 1 of 3Send a textBecome a Supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1974255/supportIn this show I introduce Don Wiley. He ran the nuclear power plants on submarines and was a Project manager for a Fortune 500 company before moving to The Villages.In this interview we talk about his drone business - Golden WingNut, which creates construction videos here in The Villages. In addition we cover how he got involved in The Villages management roles. In addition to talking about why he stepped up to running for Sumter County Commissioner. It is the bac...
2022-05-0614 min