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Savvy Citizen: A Gaston County Podcast

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Gaston County
Local Government
AI In Agriculture
Gastonia Farmer's Market
Drought
Our State, Our Future
Ranlo
Artificial Intelligence
Housing Affordability
Social Media
Go Down and Games
Riverfest
Gaston County Cooperative Extension
Chatgpt
Conservation Easements
Farmland Protection Plan
SNAP
First T Greater Charlotte
Mount Holly
Passport Program

The Gaston County team of Adam Gaub, Janet Schafer, Elizabeth McGee and Gavin Stewart host Savvy Citizen -- taking you behind the scenes on issues that matter to you as a Gaston County resident. New episodes drop every Monday.

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Latest Episodes

Melinda Suddes and Melissa Humbert from the Major William Chronicle Daughters of the American Revolution Chapter tell us about a special mural to be unveiled this week, with a focus on our local heroes from the American Revolution.

Gaston College's softball team returns to the National Junior College Athletic Association's World Series for the third time in four years. Head coach Mike Steuerwald, outfielder Mary Hinson and pitcher Aidan Ledbetter talk with Savvy Citizen about t... more

Conversations about AI are everywhere, but how is it impacting the way government works for you? On this month's Savvier Citizen, we talk with local government AI advocate Micah Gaudet from the City of Maricopa (AZ), and Centralina Regional Council E... more

Ranlo Experience Committee Chair Drew Horine talks to Savvy Citizen about how this growing Gaston County town is trying to better connect its residents and all of Gaston County to the great events it has on tap.

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Recent Guests

Micah Gaudet
Deputy City Manager, City of Maricopa; founder of Civic AI
City of Maricopa; Civic AI
Episode: Savvier Citizen: The Algorithm as a Public Servant
Geraldine Gardner
Executive Director
Centralina Regional Council
Episode: Savvier Citizen: The Algorithm as a Public Servant
Anita Brown-Graham
Director of NC Impact, UNC School of Government
UNC School of Government
Episode: Our State, Our Future
Shelby Harris
Historic preservation planner
Gaston County Planning and Zoning
Episode: Coffee With A Planner
Alex Pachter
Planning and Zoning staff member, main phone contact
Gaston County Planning and Zoning
Episode: Coffee With A Planner
John Ahrens
Chief Meteorologist, WSOC Channel 9
WSOC Channel 9
Episode: Dry County
Ed Cross
Division Manager, Two Rivers Utilities
Two Rivers Utilities
Episode: Dry County
Lieutenant Justin Greer
Lieutenant, GEMS (Gaston County EMS)
GEMS (Gaston County EMS)
Episode: Savvier Citizen: Fighting Back Against the Opioid Crisis
Captain Brandon Miller
Captain, GEMS (Gaston County EMS)
GEMS (Gaston County EMS)
Episode: Savvier Citizen: Fighting Back Against the Opioid Crisis

Hosts

Adam Gaub
Primary host coordinating county outreach and public information.
Janet Schafer
Co-host and episode moderator in various episodes.
Elizabeth McGee
Co-host providing project and policy context.
Gavin Stewart
Co-host delivering planning and governance insights.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Janet!!

    I love Janet!!! đź’•đź’•

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thatyellowhairedgirl
    United States4 years ago
  • Great way to get to know Gaston County

    I found this podcast randomly and became obsessed. As a Gaston County transplant this podcast has taught me so much about my new home.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jzerhusen
    United States4 years ago
  • Janet is the best

    Love this podcast. Has taught me so much about Gaston county. A must listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kels_278
    United States6 years ago

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Local content is highly informative for residents.
Hosts bring practical, community-focused perspectives.
Great way to understand Gaston County governance and events.

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Our State, Our Future
Q: How are communities engaged and what is being done to ensure sustainability after universities step back?
Communities are engaged from the start through listening and co-design, followed by building a shared management system and emphasizing sustainability so initiatives endure beyond university involvement, with ongoing capacity building and feedback loops.
Our State, Our Future
Q: What are the high-level priorities for Our State, Our Future and how many counties are involved?
Our State, Our Future is the final program in a five-year initiative within Carolina Across 100, focusing on three areas—housing affordability, mental health, and working with young people—across 19 counties connected to 10 community teams, including new participants in Gaston and surrounding areas.
Our State, Our Future
Q: Tell us a little about NC Impact and what it is before we get into the Our State, Our Future initiative.
NC Impact is a cross-university, pan-UNC system program designed to bring academic resources to bear on complex, real-world policy issues, such as the opioid crisis and improving educational attainment, with Carolina Across 100 as the broader umbrella.
Banking Farmland for the Future
Q: How do funding and grants factor into making these easements feasible?
The county plans to use development-related fees and stormwater funds to seed the program, then leverage federal matching grants and state grants to potentially amplify funding, making it more appealing for farmers to participate.
Banking Farmland for the Future
Q: Are there any restrictions on what a farmer can do with the land once it's in an easement?
Restrictions are set by the landowner in the deed, allowing choices like reserving a house site or keeping land in timber production, but the core requirement is that the land remains a bona fide farm producing some commodity.

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A locally focused government and community affairs show that brings in county and municipal staff, planners, educators, and community partners to discuss how Gaston County works for residents. Episodes cover local governance, urban planning, drought response, public safety, youth programs, and regional initiatives, with practical takeaways for residents and stakeholders. A notable strength is its emphasis on hands-on, behind-the-scenes perspectives from public servants and community organizations, plus a clear connection to local events and initiatives that affect daily life. This mix makes it useful for listeners who want actionable insight into county operations, planning decisions, and civic engagement, often tied to upcoming events, pol... more

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