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Baytown EngageEpisode 57: Anna Yowell and Sheree Cardwell w/City of Baytown TourismYes Baytown has a TOURISM department! When you think of Baytown I know many just think of the old mall and the chemical plants, but we are so much more.
Enjoy as we sit with Anna Yowell and Sheree Cardwell of Baytown Tourism as they share their love of Baytown and all we have to offer. I must say that these two are perfect at what they do. When you hear them speak you an truly feel their love of Baytown and their love of discovering new ways to share who and what Baytown is and what...2023-02-2726 minBaytown EngageEpisode 56: Jake Boyd and Kathy Bermudez (Adult Programming and Marketing)Better late than never!
Enjoy this very fun, and informative, sit down with two of the best to do what they do: Jake Boyd, our Adult Programming Librarian, and Kathy Bermudez, our Marketing Librarian. Listen as Jake explains the magic they bring to Baytown with innovative programs for the adults in our community. Get a glimpse into the marketing mind of Kathy and her mission to make us FAMOUS! It is clear with clever marketing, and amazing programs geared to all, we these two are working very hard to reach the community so they can enjoy all t...2023-02-2321 minBaytown EngageEpisode 55: Teen Programming w/ Katie Beverly and Donald CraigWe are BACK!
Take a listen to this fun episode with Baytown Library's very own teen department gurus, Katie Beverly & Donald Craig. Enjoy as we discover Katie and Donald's journey to teens, the importance of teen programming, the programs available for teens, how teens can volunteer, and why Donald calls them his "minions"
Enjoy!
If you have questions about teen programs:
www.baytownlibrary.org
Katie Beverly~ Teen Librarian
catherine.beverly@baytown.org
Donald Craig~ Family Services Technician
donald.craig@bay...2023-02-0523 minBaytown EngageEpisode 54: Karen Knight and Dr. Yvonne Thomas-Chapa (Historic Baytown’s ACE District)Welcome back!
Today we sit with Dr. Yvonne Thomas-Chapa and Karen Knight of Baytown's Historic Arts, Culture, and Entertainment District! The ACE District began in 2016, several entrepreneurs and landlords in the downtown area of Baytown decided it was time for businesses to regroup, form an organization, and see about getting more activity in the neighborhood. Since then the ACE District, and with earning their 501c3 non-profit status, have been highly active in the community holding events such as the Christmas on Texas Avenue Festival, Black History Month Celebration, International Woman’s Day Event, Praise and Worship events, ou...2022-11-2115 minBaytown EngageEpisode 53: City of Baytown Open House Crossover w/ AllbookedKickin' it with Allbooked!
Enjoy this very fun episode crossover with our podcasts family Allbooked hosted by Lesley and Katie!
We hosted a city open house for our fellow city employees so they can get to know our Library/Community Engagement department better. We asked everyone about their favorite book and what they love the most about Baytown! So enjoy the fun and heartfelt responses!
To listen to the great book reviews on Allbooked from our amazing library staff at Sterling Municipal Library click the link below:
https://allbooked.podbe...2022-09-2611 minBaytown EngageEpisode 52: First Three Years with Laura Alvarado & Argenis SantamariaWe are back with a very informative episode! We sit with Laura Alvarado and Argenis Santamaria with First3Years. They discuss the great work Babies In Baytown (BIB) and First3Years is doing for parents/guardians readying their children for school during their pivotal learning years. They also discuss their success working the COFI model (Community Organizing and Family Issues). Enjoy!
The get in contact with Laura and/or Argenis for more information:
www.first3yearstx.org
Laura Alvarado, Community Systems Manager - lalvarado@first3yearstx.org
Arjenis Santamaria, F...2022-09-0632 minBaytown EngageEpisode 51: Strategic Plan 2027 w/ Brian Moran the Assistant to the City ManagerEnjoy as I sit with Brian Moran as we discuss the exciting plans coming from the 2027 Strategic Plan. There are some impressive changes, and improvements, coming to Baytown! It is clear the say that WE ARE LISTENING TO THE COMMUNITY!
To get a better understanding take a listen and share with others. If you have questions about the Strategic Plan, or any other improvements coming, go to www.baytownengage.com.
Enjoy!
Brian Moran
Assistant to the City Manager
brian.moran@baytown.org
2022-06-1321 minBaytown EngageEpisode 50: Sabrina Martin & Kourtney Bonzo Introducing the all NEW Baytown Serves!Take a listen as we welcome back Sabrina and Kourtney from our Community Engagement department. If you are an individual, or family, looking for ways to give back to the community this is the episode you really need to listen close to. Sabrina and Kourtney introduce the all new BAYTOWN SERVES! An amazing hub created by the Community Engagement team to house a place with all different volunteer opportunities for those seeking ways to give back.
Enjoy!
To connect with Sabrina and Kourtney head to:
www.baytownengage.com
...2022-04-1811 minBaytown EngageEpisode 49: Babies in Baytown Community Impact Fund w/Laura Alvarado & Valerie AdameWe had the absolute please to sit with City of Baytown Councilwoman Ms. Laura Alvarado who is also the Community Systems Manager for First3Years & Lead for Babies in Baytown. She was joined with Ms. Valerie Adame who is the Board President for Church Women United Child Care Center & a Babies in Baytown Partner. We discussed the impactful Babies in Baytown (BIB) Community Impact fund application process, the creation of Babies in Baytown for all care givers, and how our community caregivers can gain the assistance they need from Babies in Baytown.
More information:
B...2022-03-0727 minBaytown EngageEpisode 48: Parks & Recreation ~Park Projects and More! w/ Cliff Hatch, Cornell Gordon, & Kyle FryeWe all love our Parks & Recreation department for all they do and provide the citizens of Baytown. Today we have the pleasure to sit with Cliff Hatch the new Parks & Recreation Director and two members of his team: Cornell Gordon and Kyle Frye. Enjoy as we discuss the Parks' Perfect Trails Projects, New features coming to many city parks, the return of Special Olympics to Baytown, and more! Be sure to follow their projects on their social media pages and at Perfect Trails Projects
Enjoy!
Follow this, and other City of Ba...2022-02-2822 minBaytown EngageEpisode 47: Kourtney Bonzo~ Community Engagement Specialist: Adopt-A-SpotEnjoy as we sit with one of our newest members of the Community Engagement team, Kourtney Bonzo. We discuss Kourtney's journey to Baytown, her love of volunteerism, and what is to come in 2022 for the community from the Community Engagement team. Kourtney details her latest project called Adopt-a-Spot.
What is the program?:
"When you join Baytown's Adopt-a-Spot program, you become a vital part of keeping Baytown clean and attractive. Plus, being an Adopter gives participants an opportunity to give back to the community, teach their children about community responsibility, receive positive publicity for their business...2022-02-1413 minBaytown EngageEpisode 46: 2021 Recap! What’s Next for Community Engagement & Baytown Engage? w/ Sabrina, Jamie.& ErlineEnjoy as Sabrina, Jamie, and Erline recap all the amazing projects, programs, and work produced from the Community Engagement team in 2021. We also discussed past Baytown Engage Podcast guests and hinted to what will be coming in 2022 for the department and Podcast. Enjoy the journey down memory lane!
Please visit www.baytownengage.com for all upcoming projects happening in the City of Baytown. It is your direct link to watching city growth!
2022-01-0318 minBaytown EngageEpisode 45: Wanda Malone, Gwen Taylor, & Janda Griffin w/Baytown Civic AcademyEnjoy as we sit with three current academy members of Baytown Engage Civic Academy Cohort 2. Wanda. Gwen, and Janda share their love of Baytown, the beauty in being a part of the community, and how the academy has opened their eyes to see all the amazing work the city is doing to makes Baytown bigger and better. Enjoy and be sure to join the conversation and stay ENGAGED at www.baytownengage.com .
2021-12-0625 minBaytown EngageEpisode 44: Phelitria Barnes Baytown Engage Civic Academy AlumEnjoy as we sit with one of our very first Baytown Engage Civic Academy Alum, Ms. Phelitria Barnes. Ms. Barnes is not new to civic awareness, but she is new to seeing things on the side of the citizen. We had a great time discussing her deep roots in Baytown and McNair, her mother's volunteer fight fighter days, community impact, and her BIG why for being part of the first ever Civic Academy here in Baytown. Enjoy and be sure to join the conversation and stay ENGAGED at www.baytownengage.com .
2021-11-0126 minBaytown EngageEpisode 43: Rachel Philo City of Baytown‘s Talent Management SpecialistEnjoy as I sit with Rachel as we discuss what it means to be a Talent Management Specialist for the City of Baytown. Rachel shares her journey to the City, the Pipe Academy, and how she helps empower employees to feel Empowered to make changes that will bring unity and growth to the City.
2021-09-1318 minBaytown EngageEpisode 42: Lisa Loredo our Extraordinary Homebound Delivery TechnicianEnjoy as we sit with Lisa Loredo who is our in house Homebound Delivery Technician. Lisa shares her journey to the library, her love of helping our patrons, Friday Morning Adult Book Club, and the all new Romance Book Club! She also explains how she still provided great books to her patrons during the height of Covid.
If you, or someone you know, wants to inquire about Homebound Delivery and our adult book clubs contact Lisa:
Lisa.Loredo@baytown.org
Enjoy!
2021-09-0615 minBaytown EngageEpisode 41: Jake Boyd and Kathy Bermudez Talk Library Programs for ADULTS!This episode was a true TREAT! I sat with Jake and Kathy with the Sterling Library. We discussed how it was starting during the high points of COVID and trying to bring programming to the citizens. We talked about the awesome new programs that they have launched:
Books and Looks
Cooking Time
Bullet Journaling
Creative Writing Club
Be sure to take a listen and find out what more will be coming our way!
To contact Jake our Adult Programming Librarian: jacob.boyd@baytown.org
To contact Kathy our Programming & Marketing Librarian: ka...2021-08-3019 minBaytown EngageEpisode 40: Jenna Stevenson~ Aquatic Superintendent ( Parks & Recreation)Sabrina and I had the pleasure to sit with Jenna Stevenson the Aquatic Superintendent. Jenna shares with us the impact the pandemic had on our water parks, her journey to the City of Baytown, the ins and outs of running a water park ( well over 500 employees just for aquatics!), the amazing awards won for the innovation City of Baytown's water park displays, and what is coming next for Aquatics in Baytown!
Enjoys!
2021-07-2619 minBaytown EngageEpisode 39: Jamie Galloway & David Alamia (Office of Emergency Management)Today we sit with our very own Emergency Management Team! We welcomed Jamie Galloway, the Emergency Management & Prep Coordinator, along with David Alamia, the Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator. We discussed their career journey and how they made their way to the City of Baytown. They both shared much needed information on how to prepare for hurricane season, virtual preparedness training they offer, and the entire range the Emergency Management team covers--- It is not just weather related!
Enjoy!
2021-07-0623 minBaytown EngageEpisode 38: Christina Dickerson Community Case Worker w/ Marcelus-Williams Resource CenterEnjoy this very informative episode discussing Homelessness Outreach. I sit with Christina Dickerson who is the Community Case Worker for Marcelous-Williams Resource Center. Christina works hard to help those in need of resources to get back on track. From mapping out a plan to see all areas of the clients needs to going the extra mile to get them the resources they do not even know they need. Christina truly loves what she is doing and has a true heart to serve!
If you, or someone you know, needs assistance with homelessness or insecurity in oth...2021-06-2120 minBaytown EngageEpisode 37: Charles Johnson (City Council District 3)Let us welcome City Councilman, Charles Johnson of District 3, to Baytown Engage. Listen and enjoy as we discuss to his motivation to run for City Council, his genuine love of service and where that started, his motivation to continue to strive to make Baytown greater, and his giant accomplishments one being the FIRST ever Juneteeth Celebration being hosted by the City this year!
Enjoy!
2021-06-1427 minBaytown EngageEpisode 36: One Year Anniversary w/ Jamie Eustace, Sabrina Martin & Erline MaingotHappy 1 year Anniversary to Baytown Engage!
Enjoy as the tables are turned on Erline as Jamie and Sabrina take to the host seat and interview Erline about past shows, guests, and the purpose for the Baytown Engage Podcast.
Follow the show and get ENGAGED at www.baytownengage.com
There can suggest guests, show ideas, and see all the major projects the City of Baytown is working on!
2021-06-0714 minBaytown EngageEpisode 35: Homelessness Outreach w/ Tammy Guidry of Marcelous -Williams Resource Center & T.Y.C INC.Enjoy this very informative episode discussing Homelessness Outreach. I sit with Mrs. Tammy Guidry who is the Director of Outreach and Homeless Services for Marcelous-Williams Resource Center. Mrs. Tammy, and her team, work hard to help those in need of resources to get back on track. From identification help, transportation assistance, food, clothing, and even to secure a new place to call home, Marcelous-Williams is working in the community to get those items secured for those in need. Working closely with the Harris County Outreach Team to help those in need get back on track.
If...2021-06-0124 minBaytown EngageEpisode 34: City of Baytown Comprehensive Plan w/ Martin Scribner & Franci Linder ( Planning & Development Services)Enjoy as we sit with Martin Scribner, Director of Planning & Development, and Franci Linder, Principal Planning Manager, as they discuss the very important Comprehensive Plan. They breakdown importance thus means for Baytown, the difference between the Comprehensive Plan & the Strategic Plan, and how you as citizens of Baytown can get involved in the process and be heard!
For more Comprehensive Plan information head over to:
www.baytownengage.com
2021-05-0316 minBaytown EngageEpisode 33: Brian Moran (Assistant to the City Manager)Today we welcome Assistant to the City Manager, Brian Moran, to the podcast. Brian has a very important job that includes projects that are for the betterment of Baytown. One of his most recent projects is the City of Baytown's Strategic Plan. Brain explains what a Strategic Plan is, what this means for Baytown, and the steps that goes into bringing the plan to life.
For more information about the plan, and other City projects, please visit www.baytownengage.com
2021-04-2615 minBaytown EngageEpisode 32:City of Baytown Teen Round TableWe bring you a fun and informative episode with two of our community teens who were selected to be part of the City of Baytown's Teen Round Table. Listen as Katie, the Teen Round Table Coordinator and our Teen Librarian discusses with Daisy and Seleni their journey to the committee, their big WHY for applying, and what they hope for the future of the Teen Round Table and what it means for Baytown Teens.
Enjoy!
Note:
If you are a Teen looking for fun interactive programs to join in Baytown contact T...2021-04-1913 minBaytown EngageEpisode 31: Baytown Engage Civic AcademyToday we sit with Jamie Eustace our City Librarian and Library Director, Sabrina Martin the Communtiy Engagement Coordinator, and Lesley Kohles our Technology Librarian. We discuss the newly formed Baytown Engage Civic Academy. The Academy was created to add a new informative tool to help our citizens gain a better understanding of our local government, all the ins and outs of City departments, and to awaken a new understanding of what really goes into running a city to hopefully create better stewards of the community. The program admission process starts April 12th through April 30th.
For more...2021-04-1214 minBaytown EngageEpisode 30: Community Development Block Grants (Planning & Development)Today we sit with Martin Scribner the Director of Planning & Development, Christopher Chavis the Communtiy Development Manager, and Sharon Rose the Communtiy Development Generalist. We discussed their journey to the City of Baytown, all the wonderful things Planning & Development really provides our City/ citizens, and the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). Planning has some great upcoming projects, and events, all geared towards our citizens and the betterment of the city. Enjoy!
Find many of the projects on the City of Baytown website at www.baytown.org
Also find City upcoming projects on our Baytown Engage we...2021-04-0518 minBaytown EngageEpisode 29: Rick Davis (Baytown City Manager)Welcome Back!
Today we have an absolute treat! We have our fearless leader, the one that pulls this city together, our very own City Manger Mr. Rick Davis! Mr. Davis shared with us his real connection to Baytown, the surprises he has faced in his 6 years with us, our past and present Strategic Plan, and how the citizens of Baytown have played a vital part in the process. Mr. Davis also shares what he thinks everyone from here, and not, should recognize about our amazing city! Enjoy!
Be sure to visit www.baytownengage.com...2021-03-2917 minBaytown EngageEpisode 28: Dr. Marie Alcazar & Lance Watkins (Built4Agility)Today we welcome Dr. Marie Alcazar and Detective Lance Watkins with Built4Agility. Detective Watkins, a City of Baytown Detective, and Dr. Alcazar have been working together to bring awareness, understanding, and unity to many social issues we have been facing as a society. They have found a way to bridge the gap between citizens and law enforcement with unifying joint meetings that opens the floor for healing dialog to bring about understanding. We discussed their individual journeys that have led them to working together and their amazing work Built4Agility is doing for the community. Enjoy!
...2021-03-2227 minBaytown EngageEpisode 27: Dr. Precious L Reimonenq Director of Social Emotional Learning & Student Wellness (Goose Creek ISD)We had the pleasure to sit with long time Baytown resident, and educator, Dr. Precious L. Reimonenq. Dr. Reimonenq discussed her journey in education, the many challenges meeting the students' wellness needs in 2020 dealing with COVID, and how Goose Creek ISD is putting in great work into the wellness of its students, and parents with the Counseling & Student Wellness Department and a vast amount of resources and help! Enjoy.
Seeking help:
Behavior & Mental Health ~ 281-707-3738
Social & Emotional Leaning ~ 346-216-3232
Seeking help and resources:
https://tinyurl.com/studentwellnesshelp2021-03-1514 minBaytown EngageEpisode 26: Jamie Eustace & Sabrina Martin (Neighborhood Empowerment Grants & Baytown Engage)Please enjoy this fun, and extremely informative, episode with our very own City Librarian/Director Jamie Eustace and our Community Engagement Coordinator Sabrina Martin. Both sit with us to discuss the all new Empowerment Grants, what they are, the purpose, and their excitement of what these grants mean for Baytown neighborhoods. Remember that www.baytownengage.com is the place to see the narrow focus on all City of Baytown projects and to get your voice, and concerns, heard!
www.baytownengage.com
2021-03-0815 minBaytown EngageEpisode 25: Councilman Jacob Powell (City Council District 5)We welcome our new District 5 Councilman, Jacob Powell, to the show! During this episode we discussed his journey from Alabama to Baytown, his love of service and serving, and how it was running for council during a pandemic. Mr. Powell shared what is is excited about and the challenges he is ready to face head on. Enjoy!
Councilman Jacob Powell, District 5
District.5@baytown.org
281-461-3610
2021-03-0116 minBaytown EngageEpisode 24: Cliff Hatch (Baytown Parks & Recreation)During this fun episode we welcome Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation Cliff Hatch. Cliff discusses his journey to making the City of Baytown his home, the great work displayed by the Parks & Rec crew during the pandemic shutdown in 2020, and his own personal battle with COVID. Cliff shared upcoming projects Parks & Rec have planned, and the return of Pop-Up Parks starting in March!
Enjoy!
2021-02-2220 minBaytown EngageEpisode 23: Donna Mohlman (Lee College Community Outreach/Little Libraries)Today we sit with a true staple for our community: Mrs. Donna Mohlman. Mrs. Mohlman is the Community Engagement Specialist for Lee College and a long time volunteer for The Little Libraries. We discussed her journey from school librarian to Lee College and her work with The Little Libraries. Her love of serving, and education, has kept her on the path to bring books, and community love, to homes across Baytown and all surrounding areas. Enjoy!
To contact Mrs. Mohlman about The Little Libraries:
domohlman@lee.Edu
2021-02-1521 minBaytown EngageEpisode 22: Councilwoman Heather Betancourth (City Council District 4)Today we sit with City of Baytown Councilwoman, Heather Betancourth, of District 4. We discussed her journey from Spring, Tx to when she fell in love with Baytown and made it her home. We took a look at her journey to City Council by way of her volunteer work with Imagine Baytown and how YOU can become a volunteer. We discussed, and highlighted, her upcoming projects and what she is most proud of being the Councilwoman for District 4. Enjoy Councilwoman Heather Betancourth of District 4.
Email: district4@baytown.org
Imagine Baytown Committee Application deadline February 21st...2021-02-0819 minBaytown EngageEpisode 21: Councilwoman Laura Alvarado (City Council District 1)During this episode we had the pleasure to sit with one of our City of Baytown Councilwomen, Ms. Laura Alvarado, of District 1. Being a native of Baytown we discussed her deep roots in the city and her journey to serving on council. We took a look back at 2020 and the challenges she faced personally and in serving her community. We got the chance to highlight some great upcoming projects like her work with First3Years and their upcoming virtual event, BabyDay, starting February 7th thru the 13th . Enjoy Councilwoman Laura Alvarado of District 1.
Email: district1@b...2021-02-0129 minBaytown EngageEpisode 20: Getting To Know Jake Boyd & Kathy Torres (Baytown Library)Happy New Year!
2021 is not the only thing new around here, we have new excited faces that have joined our team ready to serve all the citizens of Baytown! During our first episode for the new year Erline sits with Jake and Kathy to discuss with them their new roles and creating innovative programs during this continued pandemic.
Jake Boyd jacob.boyd@baytown.org
Adult Programming Librarian
Kathy Torres Katherine.Torres@baytown.org
Marketing Librarian
2021-01-2516 minBaytown EngageEpisode 19: Eddie Williams (Marcelus-Williams Resource Center)Eddie Williams of the Marcelus-Williams Resource Center joined Erline this week to discuss homeless outreach in Baytown and their new initiative here at Sterling Municipal Library to provide services every Tuesday. Listen for more details!
Marcelous-Williams Resource Center
811 N. Main Street
Highlands Tx 77562
855-449-1472
talentyieldcoalition.org
2020-11-0925 minBaytown EngageEpisode 18: Neighborhood Empowerment GrantsThis week, Erline sits across the table from her recent guest hosts, Sabrina and Jamie, to discuss the Neighborhood Empowerment Grant Program that kicked off last week for the City of Baytown. For information on the grants, listen to this week's episode and check out http://www.baytownengage.com!
We'll see you all next week!
2020-10-2613 minBaytown EngageEpisode 17: Supporting the Community with the United WayThis week, Erline was joined by guest host Sabrina as they discussed how to support the community in the wake of the financial hardship brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic with Traci Dillard and Terry Sain of the United Way. Listen as they give information on how to receive help and also, how to help your community through the United Way. See you all next week!
2020-10-1923 minBaytown EngageEpisode 16: Get Out and VOTE!This week, Erline spent a little time talking to voters about how they are approaching voting in the age of COVID and also discussing what voting means to them. After that segment, we revisit part of the episode with Leticia Brysch & Eileen Hall on elections and where to vote locally. We hope you enjoy this episode and we'll see you back here next week!
2020-10-1240 minBaytown EngageEpisode 15: Garth Road Widening Project w/ Nick Woolery & Andrea BrinkleyThis week, Erline, and her guest co-host, Jamie, sit down with Nick Woolery & Andrea Brinkley to discuss everyone's favorite street in Baytown: Garth Road. If you would like to get up to the date information on the Garth Road Expansion Project, past meetings and upcoming discussions, tune in for all the information you could ask for! Visit www.baytownengage.com for more information and to follow upcoming city projects. Get ENGAGED!
2020-10-0529 minBaytown EngageEpisode 14: Macla AguileraThis week, Erline sat down with Officer Macla Aguilera. Officer Aguilera has been with the City of Baytown Police Department for 10 years and is the city's D.A.R.E and Crime Prevention officer focusing on engaging the community and keep the youth aware and safe. She has really placed her passion for community engagement in many exciting programs for the youth and adults. Please enjoy as Officer Aguilera shares a little about her journey and the great things Baytown PD is doing for the community.
If you have community engagement ideas for the City of Baytown...2020-09-2809 minBaytown EngageEpisode 13: Kevin CravenWelcome to another of Baytown Engage! This week, Erline did a Zoom interview with Kevin Craven, a 1988 graduate of Robert E. Lee High School who attended TSU and U of H. He is a married father of 5, who grew up in up in Oakwood Addition (Oak Addition) here in Baytown. His grandfather, E. Cartwright, was one of the authors of a 1970 list of requests given to the Goose Creek School Board by the Black students in an effort to gain some equality and to tone down the Confederate imagery at the school. Listen as Mr. Craven discusses his grandfather...2020-09-2120 minBaytown EngageEpisode 12: Leticia Brysch & Eileen HallThis week Erline is once again joined by guest-host, Jamie Eustace, as they interview Leticia Brysch, our current City Clerk, and Eileen Hall, our former-City Clerk/current-Election Official. Listen to get all of your election information for the upcoming November Elections, information on early voting (which starts October 13th!) and also information on the new Baytown Police Advisory Committee. This is your chance to learn everything you need to know about getting engaged with your local, state and federal government!
2020-09-1440 minBaytown EngageEpisode 11: Tiffany FosterWe return from our end-of-Summer break to bring you an interview with Tiffany Foster. Tiffany is the newly-retired former-Director of Planning for the City of Baytown. She has been with the city for 24 years and had a major role in the continued growth of Baytown. Listen as Erline sits down with Tiffany and guest-host, Jamie Eustace, for a look back on her career and the growth she witnessed while with the city.
2020-09-0820 minBaytown EngageEpisode 10: Jamie Eustace and Sabrina MartinThis week, we were joined by the Sterling Municipal Library's director and creator of the Baytown Engage podcast, Jamie Eustace, as well as Sabrina Martin, the City of Baytown Community Engagement Coordinator. Both Jamie and Sabrina have been instrumental in bringing the community closer to the city government here in Baytown. During this episode, we get a preview of future initiatives and a look back on what we've accomplished so far this year.
2020-08-1021 minBaytown EngageEpisode 9: Sherman GrayPlease welcome Sherman Gray III: Founder and CEO of the Comm/Unity WORKS nonprofit organization, McNair/Baytown resident, son, husband, father, and faith leader. Comm/Unity Works focuses on using the power of UNITY to bring positive measurable change through mentorship, education, advocacy, and youth enrichment. We discussed his organization, his journey to realizing his purpose, and how remaining silent will stunt community growth. Enjoy!
2020-08-0342 minBaytown EngageEpisode 8: Teclesha BlanchardThis week, we had the pleasure of welcoming Ms. Teclesha Blanchard to Baytown Engage podcast. Ms. Blanchard is a 2021 Juris Doctor Candidate attending Thurgood Marshall School of Law at Texas Southern University. In 2016, Ms. Blanchard was the first African American woman, and the only candidate of Caribbean heritage, to ever run for Baytown City Council. We discussed her life and times in Baytown as a student at Horace Mann Junior High and Robert E. Lee High School. Ms. Blanchard and I discussed the dark history that Baytown carries and the light that has shined on our own issues here...2020-07-2727 minBaytown EngageEpisode 7: Dr. Victoria MarronWelcome Dr. Victoria Marron! Dr. Marron is the Executive Director of Retention Transition Services at Lee College in Baytown, Texas. Dr. Marron discussed her journey from troubled youth to advocating for minorities and youth in Baytown and surrounding areas. We discussed the current racial unrest and the steps we must take to reshape and heal our society through understanding and unity. Please enjoy!
2020-07-2034 minBaytown EngageEpisode 6: Helen Berrott TimsDuring this episode, we welcomed deeply rooted, and engaged, McNair/Baytown resident, Mrs. Helen Berrott Tims. Mrs. Tims is the Community Liaison for Precinct 3 Justice of the Peace Judge Joe Steven's. Her over 25 years of community and civic engagement, made for one great conversation about community needs, current unrest, and ways we can guide our youth. Please enjoy this episode of Baytown Engage.
2020-07-1332 minBaytown EngageEpisode 5.5 - A Short Break w/ Erline & SamuelYour Baytown Engage team, Erline & Samuel, sat down for a short discussion about the first five episodes focused on COVID-19s impact on the community and the direction of the podcast moving forward. While COVID-19 remains an ever-present part of our current lives, there are other forces affecting the lives of Baytown and its residents. We break down some of the themes that will be forthcoming and you get a chance to know the team behind this podcast. We hope you enjoy this mini-episode.
2020-07-0603 minBaytown EngageEpisode 5: Shae CottarToday, we welcome Mr. Shae Cottar. He is a husband, father, real estate broker, HAR Board member, and GCISD Board Trustee. Shae and I sat down to discuss how COVID has hit the real estate market and the schools. We also discussed the recent issues we are all facing concerning inequality and unrest across the nation. We discussed what this is looking like for Baytown, as well as our own underlining issues coming to the surface and how we can invoke change for the future. Please enjoy this great conversation with Mr. Shae Cottar.
2020-06-2929 minBaytown EngageEpisode 4: Lori RumfieldLori Rumfield is the Director of Community Impact at United Way of Greater Baytown Area & Chambers County. She has been one of the many people helping get much needed resources to those in need during this COVID crisis. We sat down to discuss how close to home COVID came to her and her family. Lori also gave much needed insight into the continued hard work that United Way, and their partner agencies, have been doing for Baytown and Chambers County.
2020-06-2221 minBaytown EngageEpisode 3: Angela ValenciaAngela Valencia is a first year kindergarten teacher, mother of three, wife, and COVID-19 survivor. We discuss the struggles to keep her young children, and students, encouraged and engaged. Angela discussed her recovery from COVID-19 and the worries behind that. We also look at what schools might look like come summer and fall.
2020-06-1522 minBaytown EngageEpisode 2: Kirven TillisKirven Tillis is a Ross S. Sterling graduate, former Goose Creek ISD educator, and now has over 10 years with Barbers Hill ISD. We discussed how COVID has impacted the teacher, students, and parents. Mr. Tillis highlighted the resilience of our teachers and the real fear that looms if we experience a second wave of this pandemic.
2020-06-0816 minBaytown EngageEpisode 1: Danielle PaulDanielle Paul is the founder, and Center Director, of Let’s Learn: An Innovative Learning Center in Baytown, Texas. We sat down and discussed how COVID-19 has changed her life, her family's life, the lives of her students, and staff. Danielle went into detail about her concerns for Baytown and what life may look like moving forward as we try to find normality. Enjoy!
2020-06-0125 minBaytown EngageEpisode 0: Welcome to the Baytown Engage Podcast!Welcome to your introduction to the Baytown Engage Podcast. Listen, to this quick sneak peek, as we sit with a few Baytown residents as they shared how Covid-19 directly impacted their lives.
2020-05-2605 min