That's So Auburn!

City of Auburn

Welcome to our podcast “That’s so Auburn!” with Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus. This podcast is about all things Auburn in the great state of Washington! read less
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Catching up with the City of Auburn Junior City Council
Aug 11 2023
Catching up with the City of Auburn Junior City Council
City of Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus sits down with Junior Councilmembers Waylon Menzie, Khysner Ayo and Jonathan Mulenga to discuss, well, what it means to be a young person representing thousands in local government! The Auburn City Council created the Junior City Council in order to get advice and ideas from students on things like parks, recreation, entertainment, traffic, police, festivals, trails, environmental stewardship and other social issues. Students learn leadership skills, improve their chances for scholarships, learn how City government operates and see how they can influence government activities in order to make a positive difference in the community. While Khysner still has a year left of high school, both Waylon and Jonathan graduated this year and are soon off to college and beyond! Listen about how their time on council has been, and what's in store for them (politically and otherwise) down the road.
Catching up with the City of Auburn Junior City Council
Aug 11 2023
Catching up with the City of Auburn Junior City Council
City of Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus sits down with Junior Councilmembers Waylon Menzie, Khysner Ayo and Jonathan Mulenga to discuss, well, what it means to be a young person representing thousands in local government! The Auburn City Council created the Junior City Council in order to get advice and ideas from students on things like parks, recreation, entertainment, traffic, police, festivals, trails, environmental stewardship and other social issues. Students learn leadership skills, improve their chances for scholarships, learn how City government operates and see how they can influence government activities in order to make a positive difference in the community. While Khysner still has a year left of high school, both Waylon and Jonathan graduated this year and are soon off to college and beyond! Listen about how their time on council has been, and what's in store for them (politically and otherwise) down the road.
The Beautification of Auburn, One Park and Street Corner at a Time
Feb 22 2023
The Beautification of Auburn, One Park and Street Corner at a Time
In this final episode of Season 1, Mayor Nancy Backus and Communications Manager Jonathan Glover sit down with artists Jill Drllevich and Peter Reiquam, who collectively are responsible for some of the most recognizable pieces of art in the city.
Winter is Coming: How to Prepare and Navigate Inclement Weather in Auburn
Nov 21 2022
Winter is Coming: How to Prepare and Navigate Inclement Weather in Auburn
In this episode, we discuss all things winter weather preparedness -- how the city responds to snow events, which areas are plowed first and what are the limitations. We also dive into trash collection with Waste Management, and how Auburn School District makes the decision to give kids their favorite day of the year: a snow day! Guests: Erik Cottle and Andy Boswellof City of Auburn Maintenance and OperationsKarissa Smith, City of Auburn Emergency ManagerCindi Blansfield, Auburn School District Associate SuperintendentJason Shea, Waste Management District Manager
Talking Trash and Community Pride
Jul 15 2022
Talking Trash and Community Pride
Mayor Backus was inspired recently after being interviewed by a local Scout Liem Allen about increased littering and how to combat the growing issue. Listen in on the interview and then hear from three Auburn staff members on what the City of Auburn does to keep Auburn clean and what community members can do to help. You will hear about the following resources and programs to help make Auburn shine: See, Click, Fix reporting appAuburn Adopt-a-Street programAuburn Adopt-a-Park programAuburn Graffiti Abatement programWaste Management Bulky Item pickupKing County Cleanup LIFT Discount
Miss Auburn and Miss Auburn's Outstanding Teen
Jun 2 2022
Miss Auburn and Miss Auburn's Outstanding Teen
In this episode, we chat with Miss Auburn Carrie Everett and Miss Auburn’s Outstanding Teen Alexis Douglas. Hear how these two young women embodies Auburn's story of resilience, hope, and bright future.
Sexual Assault and Abuse Awareness
May 19 2022
Sexual Assault and Abuse Awareness
In this episode, we discuss an important but sometimes uncomfortable topic—sexual assault and abuse. We dive into the history and myths around sexual abuse, signs for identifying abuse, how to handle disclosure, online safety, and resources available. Guests: Marie Pereda, Parent Educator with the King County Sexual Assault Resource CenterDetectives Francesca Nix and Doug Faini, Auburn Police Department
Addressing Homelessness in Auburn | Part 3
Mar 4 2022
Addressing Homelessness in Auburn | Part 3
Mayor Nancy Backus continues her multi-part series covering homelessness and how Auburn is responding to this issue. In this episode she is joined by more people in our community that are working on bringing people inside. You will hear from the Executive Director of the Auburn Food Bank Debbie Christian, two outreach workers from We Care Daily Clinics - an organization that combines medication assisted treatment and behavioral health counseling services, and one of Auburn's recent success stories!
Addressing Homelessness in Auburn | Part 2
Feb 4 2022
Addressing Homelessness in Auburn | Part 2
In part 2 of her mulitpart series on homelessness, Mayor Nancy Backus is joined again by by Kent Hay, Auburn's Homelessness Outreach Administrator, to talk about the specific challenges we have when it comes to moving people off the streets and into safer and healthier living conditions and let you know how you can be a part of reducing homelessness in Auburn.
Addressing Homelessness in Auburn | Part 1
Jan 21 2022
Addressing Homelessness in Auburn | Part 1
Mayor Nancy Backus kicks off her first episode of "That's So Auburn!" with one of the most talked about issues in the city - homelessness. In this first part of a multipart series she is joined by Kent Hay, Auburn's Homelessness Outreach Administrator, to help listeners understand the challenges and the successes of Auburn's approach to the crisis.