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  • Voices of North Port: Victor Costello

    Voices of North Port: Victor Costello
    2024/09/13
    Retired North Port Police Chief Victor Costello is the latest guest on the Voices of North Port podcast. He was at the department's helm when they switched to computers, which was a pivotal time for NPPD. He also worked undercover for a time. He is also a dedicated music advocate who helped to start the North Port Orchestra and continues to support the arts. Listen to this and more, like when someone brought a live alligator to his office. Eek! We hope you enjoy it.
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    22 分
  • Newsbreak: Green spaces in our community

    Newsbreak: Green spaces in our community
    2024/08/30
    The City's urban forester, Ryan Pieper, is back to discuss green spaces in our community. From micro forests to wildlife corridors, the Natural Resources Division is ramping up its efforts to create new habitats and build back forests. Check it out!
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    11 分
  • Newsbreak: Protecting Endangered Species

    Newsbreak: Protecting Endangered Species
    2024/08/27
    In this episode, City Arborist Jeremy Rogus stops by to talk about protecting the endangered, threatened, listed or protected species in our City. From the well-known gopher tortoises to lesser-known species of bats, the City employs various ways to track these species and ensure their safety. Check it out!
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    14 分
  • Voices of North Port: Karen Arlington

    Voices of North Port: Karen Arlington
    2024/08/26
    If you're a longtime resident of Nort Port, you've probably heard Karen Arlington's name. Since moving to the City decades ago, she's seen it grow and evolve, all while participating in many different committees and groups in the area. Learn from Karen about what North Port was like, the committees she served on and the familiar names she worked alongside, and more.
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    21 分
  • Newsbreak: Native Plant Landscaping

    Newsbreak: Native Plant Landscaping
    2024/08/24
    On this episode, City Arborist Shawn Ruff discusses Native Plant Landscaping in the City. Many of you have likely heard of Florida-friendly landscaping. the University of Florida-IFAS Extension has plenty of resources to learn about what is Florida-friendly and how to plan for your yard.

    Shawn also discusses how to plant these specific species alongside other non-native plants and how to help them coexist. Learn how to plant a garden that will thrive in Southwest Florida!

    Florida-Friendly Landscaping via UF-IFAS Extension: https://loom.ly/7jWsku4
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    9 分
  • Newsbreak: Tree Protection

    Newsbreak: Tree Protection
    2024/08/21
    In the next episode of the Natural Resources series, Urban Forester Ryan Pieper joins the pod to talk about tree protection. This topic is of utmost importance in North Port, given the rapid growth the city is experiencing. Listen in to learn more about how the City helps to protect and maintain our tree canopy and work with developers to build responsibly.
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    20 分
  • Newbreak: Wildlife Corridors

    Newbreak: Wildlife Corridors
    2024/08/19
    Have you heard of a wildlife corridor? In this episode of the North Port Newsbreak, Environmental Specialist Joe Mansuetti talks about wildlife corridors and how they benefit both humans and animals. Listen in to find out how you can help!
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    14 分
  • Newsbreak: Urban Wildlife Management

    Newsbreak: Urban Wildlife Management
    2024/08/15
    🐢 As North Port grows, the need to protect our endangered, threatened or protected species grows. On this North Port newsbreak podcast, Environmental Specialist Aaron Zimmermann talks about how the City keeps track of these species, protects them and plans for the future.
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    15 分