Inside Your County Government

Inside Your County Government is a podcast that brings you an inside look at the people and events in and around county government that shape our Charles County.

Inside Your County Government is a government podcast hosted by Charles County Government, with 260 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Charles County Government hosts Inside Your County Government, a government show with 260 episodes published.

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  Episode #61

  Commissioners Meeting Update: September 22, 2026

  Sep 28, 20265 minS9

  Here's a brief update from the September 22, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe. We’re also available on YouTube . Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected

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  Episode #60

  Commissioners Meeting Update: September 15, 2026

  Sep 16, 20264 minS9

  Here's a brief update from the September 15, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe. We’re also available on YouTube . Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected

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  Episode #60

  988 and Suicide Prevention

  Sep 8, 202622 minS9

  This episode discusses suicide, which can be a sensitive topic for some listeners. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 anytime for free, confidential support. September 8th is 988 Day, and September is Suicide Prevention Month — but the resources in this episode are here for you all year long. Host Doria Fleisher sits down with two local experts to break down what 988 actually is, how it works, and how it's different from (and connected to) 911. Joining the conversation: Janay Tyler , Crisis Response Coordinator with the Charles County Department of Health's Local Behavioral Health Authority, and Southern Maryland Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Coordinator Adrianna Fotso , Assistant Director of Behavioral Health Diversion with Community Crisis Services Incorporated (CCI) In this episode, you'll learn: What 988 is and how it differs from calling 911 How confidential and anonymous a call to 988 really is — and why it almost never involves law enforcement What "suicidal ideation" means, and why having thoughts of suicide doesn't always mean someone has a plan How to call 988 on behalf of a friend or family member you're worried about What Charles County is doing for Suicide Prevention Month, including free Mental Health First Aid and QPR trainings The many local crisis resources available, including the CIT program, the mobile crisis team, and the Urgent Psychiatric Care program Resources mentioned in this episode: Call or text 988 anytime, 24/7, for suicide prevention and crisis support Free Mental Health First Aid and Youth Mental Health First Aid trainings through the Charles County Health Department Charles County Local Behavioral Health Authority — Charles County Department of Health https://charlescountyhealth.org/local-behavioral-health-authority/ Community Crisis Services Incorporated (CCI) https://ccsimd.org/ Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe. We’re also available on YouTube . Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected

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  Episode #59

  Commissioners Meeting Update: September 1, 2026

  Sep 3, 20264 minS9

  Here' a brief update from the September 1, 2026 Board of County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe. We’re also available on YouTube . Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected

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  Episode #56

  Comprehensive Plan Engagement

  Aug 6, 202622 minS9

  Join host Doria Fleisher as she sits down with Charles County's Comprehensive Plan team — Joel Binkley, Long Range Planning Supervisor; Amy, Project Manager for the Comprehensive Plan update; and Tony Phelps, Assistant Chief of Planning. This episode breaks down what a comprehensive plan actually is, why it guides nearly every decision the county makes (from zoning to roads to where tax dollars go), and where Charles County stands in its current 20-year planning process. Hear about the extensive public engagement effort already underway, the common themes residents are sharing from Bryans Road to Waldorf, and what happens next as the plan moves into the drafting phase. Whether you've never heard of a comp plan or you've been following the process closely, this conversation will help you understand why your voice matters and how to stay engaged. 00:00 – Welcome & Meet the Comprehensive Plan Team 01:31 – What Is a Comprehensive Plan? 03:23 – Why It's the Community's Plan, Not Staff's 04:14 – Where the Process Stands Today 04:21 – How the County Has Gathered Public Input 05:36 – Common Themes Residents Are Sharing 11:27 – Bridging Charles County's "Two Counties" 11:48 – Why Every Voice Needs to Show Up 12:43 – How to Stay Updated on the Plan 12:59 – What Makes This Plan Different 14:16 – Reaching Residents Beyond the "Loud Voices" 16:05 – Housing: A Growing Priority 16:50 – Related Listening: Affordable Housing Explained 17:08 – Final Thoughts: Why Staying Engaged Matters 19:48 – How to Ask Questions & Get Involved 20:24 – Join the Citizens Academy Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you get your podcast - and be sure to like and subscribe. We’re also available on YouTube . Search Charles County Commissioners And Stay Connected for all County news, information, and programs by visiting www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/StayConnected

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