Épisodes

  • Abby Pedigo, Fire Marshal, October 6, 2026

    Abby Pedigo, Fire Marshal, October 6, 2026
    Oct 6 2026
    St. Augustine Fire Marshal Abby Pedigo joins Melissa Wissel for Fire Prevention Month to discuss lithium-ion battery safety, safe charging practices, and warning signs of battery damage. She also shares reminders about smoke alarms, home escape plans, and holiday cooking safety.
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    15 min
  • Vicky Oakes, Supervisor of Elections, September 29, 2026

    Vicky Oakes, Supervisor of Elections, September 29, 2026
    Sep 29 2026
    In this episode of The Break Room, host Melissa Wissel talks with St. Johns County Supervisor of Elections Vicky Oakes about preparing for the upcoming General Election. They cover voter registration deadlines, vote-by-mail, early voting, Election Day polling locations, sample ballots, and how voters can check or update their information at VoteSJC.gov
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    16 min
  • Kristin Odom, Events and Venue Coordinator, Part 2, September22, 2026

    Kristin Odom, Events and Venue Coordinator, Part 2, September22, 2026
    Sep 22 2026
    September 22, 2026 | In this episode of The Break Room, Events and Venue Coordinator Kristin Odom highlights the City of St. Augustine’s rentable public spaces, including Francis Field, the Plaza gazebo, Galimore Center, Eddie Vickers Park, Lightner Courtyard, and the Municipal Marina. She also explains updated event fees, photography and film permitting, and new online reservation and payment systems designed to streamline the process for event organizers.
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    15 min
  • Jaime D. Perkins, Community Services Director, September 15,2026

    Jaime D. Perkins, Community Services Director, September 15,2026
    Sep 15 2026
    September 15 2026 | Community Services Director Jaime D. Perkins returns to The Break Room to celebrate Redevelopment Week and highlight the work happening across the City of St. Augustine’s three Community Redevelopment Areas: Lincolnville, Historic Downtown, and West City.Jaime explains how Community Redevelopment Agencies (CRAs) work, how redevelopment areas are established, and how CRA funding supports projects and programs tailored to the needs of each community. She also shares updates on Lincolnville’s residential rehabilitation programs, the Historic Area’s sign diet and Cordova Street Improvement Project, and West City’s Revive and Restore Program.The conversation wraps up with a look at improvements underway at Dr. Robert B. Hayling Freedom Park, including Hayling Plaza, new trees and seating areas, and the planned installation of a statue honoring Dr. Robert B. Hayling.
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    16 min
  • Kristin Odom, Events and Venue Coordinator, September 8, 2026

    Kristin Odom, Events and Venue Coordinator, September 8, 2026
    Sep 8 2026
    September 8, 2026 | Events and Venue Coordinator Kristin Odom discusses her first year with the City of St. Augustine and the behind-the-scenes work that goes into coordinating events such as Light-Up! Night and Fireworks Over the Matanzas. She also highlights the City’s newly updated Terms of Use for Public Property Events Manual, how it streamlines the event planning and application process, and plans to move applications online through Cityworks. Kristin also explains the City’s role in supporting events held on public property and shares more about her work coordinating City events, ribbon cuttings, and community celebrations.
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    14 min
  • Jaime D. Perkins, Community Services Director, September 1, 2026

    Jaime D. Perkins, Community Services Director, September 1, 2026
    Sep 1 2026
    September 1, 2026 | Community Services Director Jaime D. Perkins discusses the City of St. Augustine’s updated Terms of Use for Public Property Events Manual, which brings information about event venues, reservations, fees, and requirements together in one place. She highlights updates for Francis Field, the Plaza de la Constitución Gazebo, Eddie Vickers Park, and other public spaces, as well as plans to introduce online event reservations and applications. Jaime also announces a new free laundry service at Dignity Pavilion beginning September 8 and shares how community partnerships and volunteers are helping the City expand services for vulnerable members of the community.
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    15 min
  • Morganne Lanni, Code Enforcement Officer, August 25, 2026

    Morganne Lanni, Code Enforcement Officer, August 25, 2026
    Aug 25 2026
    August 25, 2026 | Code Enforcement Officer Morganne Lanni discusses how St. Augustine’s enforcement program has expanded, particularly around short-term rentals, with common issues including noise, trash, parking, rental density, permitting, and tree removal. She also explains the upcoming move to the Cityworks platform, which will introduce rolling 365-day short-term rental registrations and streamline administration, while emphasizing that property owners, especially those renovating historic homes, should understand zoning and preservation requirements and obtain permits before beginning work.
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    16 min
  • Jessica Beach Chief Resilience Officer and Caitlyn Sargent, Grants and Program Coordinator, August 18, 2026

    Jessica Beach Chief Resilience Officer and Caitlyn Sargent, Grants and Program Coordinator, August 18, 2026
    Aug 18 2026
    August 18, 2026 | In this episode of The Break Room, Chief Resilience Officer Jessica Beach and Grants and Projects Coordinator Caitlyn Sargent discuss how the City of St. Augustine is addressing flooding and strengthening resilience. They share how the Hohonu water-level sensor helps monitor tides, highlight recently completed drainage and shoreline projects, and explain how grant funding makes major infrastructure improvements possible. Tune in to learn how these projects are helping protect St. Augustine and prepare the city for future flooding.
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    16 min