
Muskegon County Municipalities At Work
We are Muskegon County Municipalities At Work, spotlighting workers of local governments doing what it takes to make our communities comfortable and safe.
Episodes
26 episodes
Tom Lohman - Mayor of Montague
In this episode of Muskegon Municipalities At Work, host DJ Hilson interviews Tom Lohman, the four-term mayor of Montague, Michigan, to discuss the intricacies of small-town governance. Mayor Lohman shares his journey from Clay Banks T...
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28:29

Gary Nelund - Norton Shores Mayor
In this episode of Muskegon County Municipalities At Work, host DJ Hilson sits down with Norton Shores Mayor Gary Nelund for a candid, in-depth conversation on local government leadership, community service, and the evolution of public...
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30:06

Amelia Isitian - Muskegon County Resource Recovery Center
In this episode of Muskegon County Municipalities At Work, host DJ Hilson interviews Amelia Isitian, operations supervisor at the Muskegon County Resource Recovery Center, about her journey from earning an environmental engineering deg...
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29:50

Amy Campanelli - Director of Public Defender's Office Muskegon County
In this in-depth episode of Muskegon County Municipalities at Work, DJ Hilson interviews Amy Campanelli, Director of the Muskegon County Public Defender’s Office, who shares her powerful journey from leading reform efforts in Cook Coun...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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43:40

Saquetta Chatman - Norton Shores Police Records Specialist
In this heartwarming episode of Muskegon County Municipalities at Work, host DJ Hilson interviews longtime public servant Saquetta Chatman, whose decades of experience and unwavering dedication embody the spirit of community service. F...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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30:30

Sharonda Carson - Director of Community and Neighborhood Services, City of Muskegon
In this inspiring episode of Muskegon County Municipalities at Work, hosted by DJ Hilson, Sharonda Carson, Director of Community and Neighborhood Services for the City of Muskegon, shares her passionate journey of serving her hometown....
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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27:29

Austin Aamodt - Emergency Response Team, Muskegon County Sheriff's Department
Discover the real stories behind Muskegon County’s first responders and law enforcement in this episode of Muskegon County Municipalities At Work. Join us as we sit down with Lieutenant Austin Aamodt of the Muskegon County Sher...
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29:50

Rebecca St. Clair - Comissioner At-Large, City of Muskegon
In this episode of Muskegon County Municipalities At Work, host DJ Hilson sits down with Rebecca St. Clair, At-Large Commissioner and Vice Mayor of the City of Muskegon, for an inspiring and eye-opening conversation on the vital roles ...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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40:38

Kyle Karczewski - Muskegon Parks & Recreation
Discover how Muskegon’s Parks and Recreation Department is transforming community life in this episode of Muskegon County Municipalities at Work. Host DJ Hilson interviews Kyle Karczeswkii, Muskegon’s Parks and Rec Director, who shares...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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28:35

Roger Squires - Whitehall Police Chief
In this heartfelt episode of Muskegon County Municipalities at Work, host DJ Hilson sits down with retiring Whitehall Police Chief Roger Squires to reflect on his remarkable 46-year law enforcement career. From his small-town Michigan ...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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35:05

Tim Kozal - Muskegon Safety Director
With over 30 years of service, Tim Kozal, Safety Director for the City of Muskegon, stands as a guardian of public well-being, bringing unmatched expertise, leadership, and integrity to every facet of community safety. A seasoned professional i...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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35:10

Susan Newhof - Montague City Council
Susan Newhof serves the City of Montague as an elected council person and is proud to tell you why. She reveals a personal satisfaction that comes from serving her city. Her respect for local involvement is inspiring. This overview of how the M...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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30:23

Jim Petrie - Water Filtration Maintenance Operator
Jim Petrie oversees the daily operations of the City of Muskegon water treatment facility to ensure the safe and efficient purification of drinking water for the community. With a strong background in environmental science and water treatment p...
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27:17

Mike Bauw - Veterans Affairs Officer
Meet Mike Bauw, a dedicated Veterans Affairs Officer committed to serving those who have served our nation. With a strong background in advocacy and support services, Mike works tirelessly to ensure veterans and their families have access to th...
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30:01

Firefighter Pete - White Lake Fire Authority
If it's possible to have a community award that is a person, Firefighter Pete might be one. The White Lake Fire Authority Fire Chief, Pete McCarthy, is the embodiment of relentless service with a kind heart. Firefighter Pete, as he ...
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34:31

Maurice Sain - Muskegon Heights Police Chief
Chief Sain is a proud third generation police officer in Muskegon Heights. His community service legacy in law enforcement began after an outstanding basketball career with area schools. Chief Sain invests in his officers and community with an ...
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28:57

Toby Fredericksen - Housing Inspector
Ensuring safe places requires the ability to enforce standards. The homes and businesses we frequent are set to standards of safety by our local municipality. And those standards, known as codes, are enforced by inspectors. Toby Fredericksen do...
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28:49

Jack Wydeck - Muskegon Township Fire Inspector
Fighting fire requires tenacity and sometimes courage, and it’s a step up to instill passion in the performance of that job. Jack Wydeck brings more than 20 years of firefighting experience to bear on his new job of Fire Inspector for Muskegon ...
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27:16

Don Vanderkooi - Norton Shores Fire Marshal
Safety in public places is something often taken for granted. Death and injury remind us that fire is an enemy that comes for us when we least expect it. This emergency is regularly avoided because local fire laws and the people who enforce the...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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24:06

Tony Gutierrez - Muskegon County HAZMAT Chief
Tony Gutierrez, Muskegon County HAZMAT Chief, is a lifelong resident of Norton Shores and has earned 26 years of firefighter experience. His recent promotion to Norton Shores Fire Chief is evidence of his dedication to service. HAZMAT particiap...
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26:56

Jennifer Hodges - Muskegon Township Supervisor
Jennifer Hodges has served as the Muskegon Township Supervisor for seven years and recently has become the Muskegon County Housing Coordinator as well. Her township has all the services of a city. Working in local government since 2012, her und...
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28:20

Kristin Kluting - Muskegon County Senior Park Ranger
Join us for an introduction to the wonderful world of Muskegon County Parks. Senior Park Ranger, Kristin Kluting, is enthusiastic about all seasons and activities to be enjoyed at our 7 Muskegon County Parks. Learn about the opportu...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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12:43

Michael Poulin - Muskegon County Sheriff
Sheriff Poulin has a long list of responsibilities for keeping our county safe, both as a law enforcement officer and an elected offical with an outstanding record of creating innovative programs both here and around the State of Michigan. Now ...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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32:41

Drew Nichols - Muskegon County Road Commission Maintenance Superintendent
Meet Andrew Nichols, our dedicated Muskegon County Road Commission Maintenance Superintendent, committed to keeping our roads safe, efficient, and well-maintained for everyone. With years of experience in infrastructure and public service he un...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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51:13

Patrick Finnegan - Deputy Circuit Court Administrator
Patrick Finnegan plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our judicial system, managing the daily administrative tasks that keep our courts running efficiently. He handles case scheduling, oversees budget and personnel matters, an...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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35:30
