Public Works Director Ron Marsh updates listeners on Salina's current and upcoming street and capital improvement projects in this interview.
1 Sept 2026TRANSCRIPT
City Scope - Smoky Hill Museum 2026 Street Fair
Smoky Hill Museum Director Susan Hawksworth shares exciting details about the 2026 Street Fair and upcoming exhibits in this interview.
1 Aug 2026TRANSCRIPT
City Scope - AI and Cybersecurity
Chief Technical Officer Corey Scheck discusses AI's impact on cybersecurity and offers citizens protection strategies in this interview.
1 Jul 2026TRANSCRIPT
City Scope - City Clerk Update
City Clerk Nikki Goding explains how to apply for volunteer City Board and Commission positions and highlights other City Clerk services in this interview.
1 Jun 2026TRANSCRIPT
City Scope - Community Relations Update
Community Relations Specialist Lily Morales discusses the Salina Community Relations Division's programs, including seminars and the Neighborhood Repair and Rehabilitation Program, in this interview.
1 May 2026TRANSCRIPT
City Scope - Arts and Humanities Update
City Scope features in-depth conversations about City of Salina programs, services and initiatives. In this episode, Arts and Humanities Director Brad Anderson shares details about the 2026 Smoky Hill River Festival, the Big Picture cultural planning process that is in progress, expansion plans at the Smoky Hill Museum, and more.
1 Apr 2026TRANSCRIPT
City Scope - Recreation Update
City Scope features in-depth conversations about City of Salina programs, services and initiatives. In this episode, Recreation Superintendent Travis Scheele fills us in on the record-breaking amount of teams that participated in programs in 2025, gives us a preview of everything planned for this summer, and lets us know how to register for programs.
2 Mar 2026TRANSCRIPT
City Scope - Finance Update
Finance & Administration Director Debbie Pack discusses the City of Salina's financial health and the 2027 budget process in this interview.
1 Feb 2026TRANSCRIPT
City Scope - What Is the Municipal Court?
City Scope features in-depth conversations about City of Salina programs, services and initiatives. In this episode, Municipal Court Judge Brenda Stoss gives an overview of Municipal Court, the services it provides, and what to expect if you are required to appear in court.
1 Jan 2026TRANSCRIPT
City Scope - Public Works Update
City Scope features in-depth conversations about City of Salina programs, services and initiatives. In this episode, Public Works Director Ron Marsh gives an overview of the services provided by Public Works and tells why they are so important for keeping Salina safe, clean, and thriving.
1 Dec 2025
City Scope - City Manager Update
City Scope features in-depth conversations about City of Salina programs, services and initiatives. In this episode, Salina City Manager Jacob Wood tells about his transition into the position earlier in 2025, lets us know about economic development in Salina, gives a preview of projects scheduled for 2026, and more.
1 Nov 2025TRANSCRIPT
City Scope - Police Department Update
City Scope features in-depth conversations about City of Salina programs, services and initiatives. In this episode, Salina Police Chief CJ Wise updates us on the department's recruiting efforts. tells about some crime prevention initiatives, let us know about the department's involvement in the community, discusses the role of the Law Enforcement Citizen Review Board, and more.
1 Oct 2025TRANSCRIPT
City Scope - Human Resources Update
City Scope features in-depth conversations about City of Salina programs, services and initiatives. In this episode, Human Resources Director Natalie Fischer shares the successes and challenges of the recruiting process, how the department helps current employees, and offers some tips to help job applicants help themselves to be more successful.
1 Sept 2025TRANSCRIPT
City Scope - Smoky Hill Museum Street Fair and Museum Update
City Scope features in-depth conversations about City of Salina programs, services and initiatives. In this episode, Smoky Hill Museum Director Susan Hawksworth fills us in on all the activities planned for the Smoky Hill Museum Street Fair on September 27, 2025, and gives a preview of future exhibits at the Museum.
1 Aug 2025TRANSCRIPT
City Scope - Housing Update
City Scope features in-depth conversations about City of Salina programs, services and initiatives. In this episode, Community and Development Services Director Lauren Driscoll gives an overview of the City's work to ensure adequate housing in Salina. and gives updates on the progress being made on new housing developments. To learn more about the City's housing work, please visit https://www.salina-ks.gov/ecodevo
3 Jul 2025TRANSCRIPT
City Scope - Fire Department Update
Salina Fire Chief Shane Pearson discusses the construction of Fire Station No. 4, new fire apparatus, firefighter training, and public education initiatives, providing insights into the fire department's operations.
1 Jun 2025TRANSCRIPT
City Scope - Computer Technology and Cybersecurity
Chief Technology Officer Corey Scheck discusses the Computer Technology Department's work and provides cybersecurity tips for personal devices, enhancing citizen awareness in this interview.
3 May 2025TRANSCRIPT
City Scope - River Renewal Project Update
Host David Hawksworth interviews Director of Utilities Martha Tasker about Salina's River Renewal Project, hydrant flushing, and wastewater treatment plant upgrades, providing valuable insights into city infrastructure.
1 May 2025TRANSCRIPT
City Scope - Parks Master Plan Update
Parks and Recreation Director Jeff Hammond updates host David Hawksworth on the City of Salina's Parks Master Plan progress in this interview episode.
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City Scope - Public Works Projects Update
Published 1 Oct 2026 · Transcript excerpt
[…] We don't have to carry any over. But in the event we do, we'll pick up where we left off next year. How do you determine which streets are going to make the list in the next year? That's a good question. We have what's called a pavement condition survey. In fact, we're in the process of doing a big update on that right now. We're looking at every single street. We have asphalt, concrete, brick, gravel. We look at every street we have. And it's assigned based on what the, what is, it's actually a rating, based on the rating and the condition. That's what we determine as to where we put our priority for projects. […]
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