Cueing it Up

Episode 13: Public Servant Series Featuring Fire Chief Michael Tofano

In this episode of the Cueing it Up Podcast, we continue the Public Servant Series with Fire Chief Michael Tofano. Chief Tofano is a veteran with the Lexington Fire Department and a Davidson County native. Tofano shares with us the Lexington Fire Department's aspirations to become one of the top fire departments in the nation, how much it costs to replace a fire truck, their recently rolled out Community Connect tool and more.

Episode 12: Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Joe Wallace

The Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce is a collection of leaders, innovators, business pioneers, and community champions who work together to create a vibrant and connected local economy. In this podcast, City Manager Johnnie Taylor speaks with the chamber's CEO and President, Joe Wallace, about resources provided to chamber members, community events and more.

Episode 11: Public Servant Series featuring Police Chief Robby Rummage

Police Chief Robby Rummage joins us as a part of the Public Servant Series to discuss upcoming community meetings, the persistence of the Lexington Police Department in solving cold cases, what it takes to be an LPD officer and more. The Public Servant Series features City of Lexington employees being interviewed by City Manager Johnnie Taylor about their role in local government, and how their department serves the residents of Lexington, NC.

Episode 10: Davidson County EDC ft. Mayor Jason Hayes and Chairman Todd Yates

Join us as we dive into the recent economic development growth that Lexington and Davidson County is experiencing, the purpose of the Davidson County Economic Development Commission, and how the relationship between the City of Lexington and Davidson County fuels economic growth.
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Cueing It Up Podcast: Episode 9 Featuring Travis Stewart with Uptown Lexington

This episode of the Cueing It Up Podcast features Travis Stewart, Executive Director of Uptown Lexington. Uptown Lexington, Inc. is a Main Street America™ accredited program recognized for celebrating community character, preserving local history, and generating economic returns. Their primary focus is to provide a thriving area for Lexington residents to work, live and play in the heart of the city.

What You Need to Know for Leaf Collection

Leaf collection is important to the City and our residents. The collection of leaves plays a vital function of keeping Lexington clean and beautiful. To ensure that you're informed on the how and why behind the logistics of leaf collection, City Manager Johnnie Taylor spoke with Public Services Director Mike Horney on what residents need to know prior to and during leaf collection season.

Episode 7: 40th Annual Lexington Barbecue Festival featuring Stephanie Saintsing & Lee Jessup

Episode 7 of the Cueing it Up Podcast features Stephanie Saintsing, Executive Director of the Lexington Barbecue Festival, and Lee Jessup who serves as the festival's Stage Host Coordinator. In this episode we learn about the history of the festival, Taylor Swift's Barbecue Festival experience and more.
The Cueing it Up Podcast is a podcast presented by the City of Lexington government. Johnnie Taylor, the City Manager of Lexington, North Carolina takes us on a journey of discovering the ins and outs of the City of Lexington departments, and hearing from voices in the Lexington community.

Cueing it Up Ep 6: Public Servant Series Featuring Utilities Services Director Tracey White

This is the sixth episode in the Public Servant Series, where City Manager Johnnie Taylor interviews department leads about their role in City government. Topics discussed on this episode include Lexington Utilities' recent move to City Centre, new ways that residents can pay their utility bills, and the benefits of the City owning its utilities. 

Cueing It Up Podcast Episode 5: Public Servant Series Featuring Tom Johnson

Episode three of Cueing it Up with the City Manager features Johnnie Taylor interviewing Tom Johnson, Water Resources Director for the City of Lexington. This is the fifth episode in the Public Servant Series, where City Manager Johnnie Taylor interviews department leads about their role in City government.
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Episode 4 - Public Servant Series: Featuring Andy Thomas

Episode four of Cueing it Up with the City Manager features Johnnie Taylor interviewing Andy Thomas, Natural Gas Director for the City of Lexington. This is the fourth episode in the Public Servant Series, where City Manager Johnnie Taylor interviews department leads about their role in city government.