Explore Eagle Podcast

Get to know more about City of Eagle Mayor Brad Pike in this interview with City of Eagle Public Information Officer Dana Biberston. Learn about his personal and professional experiences that led him to get involved in politics. Also, learn about his family, leadership perspectives, exciting city projects, and more in this conversation. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 00:50 - What is it like to be a Mayor? 02:17 - From Baseball to Firefighting, Mayor Pike's professional journey to politics 3:24- From grassroots Highway 25 safety campaign to California politics. 4:58- Why the Pike family chose to move to Eagle, Idaho 6:06 - From retirement back to City Council and Eagle Mayor 7:47- Public servant perspective 8:25 A man of faith 9:07- From a young patient to a provider of compassion as an emergency service provider 11:10 Meet the Brad Pike family 11:44- Brad's 5 Pillars of Pike 12:23- Family life and hospitality 12:52 - Exciting projects happening in Eagle, tax levy, and budget 14:42- Needs versus wants in our community 15:05- Major projects in Eagle 15:22- Supporting local businesses 16:06- How can the public communicate with Mayor Pike? 18:42 - Interests, art, hairstyles, and more fun facts about Mayor Pike 20:26- Closing

Ada County Emergency Medical Services Chief Paramedic Shawn Rayne discusses the vital role of paramedics in our community with Mayor Brad Pike. Discover how your property tax dollars are utilized, learn about current paramedic locations and future needs, and explore the collaborative efforts with local Fire Departments. Gain valuable insights into how you can prepare to receive more efficient medical support when paramedics arrive on the scene. Don't miss this enlightening conversation on emergency medical services and how we can better support and prepare for emergencies. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 0:17 Ada County Paramedics Chief Shawn Rayne's background and professional experience 0:38 Tax rate for Ada County Paramedics Tax District and type of paramedic services Ada County Paramedics provide 1:56 BLS (Basic Life Support) non-emergent transport support verse Ada County Parademic support 2:29 Locations of Paramedics that support the City of Eagle 3:10 How the public can help the paramedics provide more effective and efficient support 4:17 What to do before the paramedics arrive 5:00 Joint Powers Agreement with the Ada County City Emergency Services System and the Eagle Fire Departments 6:20 Future forecast for service level needs, funding, and estimated costs of new equipment 7:55 What to expect when you dial 9-1-1 9:07 Closing

Join Mayor Brad Pike in a conversation with Adam Schroeder from Ada County Weed, Pest, and Mosquito Abatement, one of the ten Eagle Tax Districts, as they delve into the crucial services provided for the City of Eagle. In this episode, gain insights into the vital role played by the district in preventing the development of mosquito populations and learn about their strategies for addressing infestations, noxious weeds, and pests. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 0:27 Mosquito Abatement Taxing District area 1:21 Tax Levy 1:48 Primary mission of Mosquito Abatement 2:03 Impacts of mosquitos 2:25 Three Components of Operations: Surveillance 2:33 Lab Testing 2:43 Larvacide Treatments- 80% of their work is on prevention 3:24 Mosquito Adulticide 3:44 Mosquito Season 4:14 How to Reduce Mosquitos: 3 D's 5:29 A 4th D 5:50 Known mosquito trouble areas 6:59 How the public can help reduce mosquito infestations 8:10 Unmanned Areal System Program - Drone larvacide treatment efficiency 8:49 Noxious Weed Control 9:03 Pest Abatement District for incorporated areas of Ada County 9:55 What about squirrels? 10:26 Science-based, proactive Mosquito treatment to avoid pesticides. 11:07 Best Prevention Tips 11:32 Closing

Do you ever wonder what happens to your property tax? Listen in as Mayor Brad Pike discusses the City of Eagle's budget and finances with Kellie Rekow, Treasurer for the City of Eagle. Learn about the budgeting process, how you can get involved in the budgeting process, and shortcuts to find the City's financial documents at www.cityofeagle.org/finances. Also, you can hear how the City of Eagle provides fiscal responsibility, transparency, and accountability with annual audits. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction of City of Eagle Treasurer, Kellie Rekow 00:28 What does the City Treasurer do for the City of Eagle? 01:05 Overview of the City Budget process 02:16 Property Tax limits and current City 02:33 City revenue sources besides property taxes 03:10 Process to amend a budget and reallocate funds as needed 04:10 How the Public can get involved in the budget process 05:20 Where to find the City's Budget and financial reports 06:16 Annual audit of finances 07:10 How the city reports the actual expenses 08:11 Other financial aspects for the public to be aware of

Do you want to know more about the construction in Downtown Eagle? Listen in as Mayor Brad Pike discusses the Downtown Mobility Improvements: Eagle Road and State Street Project with Ada County Highway District’s (ACHD) Project Manager, Cody Homan, and Business & Community Relations Coordinator, Erin Johansen; Eagle City Council Member, Mary May, City of Eagle Director of Long-Range Planning & Projects, Nichoel Baird Spencer, and Economic Development Specialist, Tammie Halcomb on this first episode of the second season of the Explore Eagle Podcast. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 00:18 Podcast Introductions 01:03 What is ACHD? 01:36 Why is this project so important to Downtown Eagle? 2:50 History of the Downtown Mobility Improvements Project 03:17 How this will help traffic on Eagle Road and help people access Downtown Eagle 5:00 Phase 1 of the Downtown Mobility Improvements Project 5:39 General Timeline of the Downtown Mobility Improvements Project 7:15 How to stay informed as this project develops 8:25 How to help mitigate the impact of this project on businesses 10:24 What the City of Eagle is doing to help businesses 11:23 Parking in Downtown Eagle 13:06 Where to find the Downtown Eagle Parking Map 13:26 Panelists wrap up what they want you to know about his project 16:20 Conclusion

Gem State Brewing owners Chris and Kristl McGinnis share why they chose downtown Eagle to open their first business, how they navigate the challenges of opening a new business, and give Mayor Jason Pierce a tour of their new pub. We appreciate amproductions1 for producing this video. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:20 Tour of Gem State Brewing with Mayor Pierce, Chris and Kristl 1413 00:48 Brewing Process 03:26 Food and drink options at Gem State Brewing 03:56 Motivation to start a business 04:33 Preparation to open brewery 05:50 General brewing timelines 06:15 Variety of brews at Gem State Brewing 06:47 Being in business as a married couple 08:00 Food items offered at Gem State Brewing 08:53 Why choose Eagle to open a business 09:55 Living and working in downtown Eagle 10:51 Types and flavors of beers at Gem State Brewing 11;50 Seasonality and creativity of brews 12:23 Farm to Mug – sourcing local 13:06 What it’s like to open a business 14:52 How Chris and Kristl navigate business challenges together 16:14 What they love about Eagle and Idaho 16:35 What Eagle’s Motto, “Life, Done Right!” means to the Chris and Kristl 17:22 Ending

Are you wondering what replaced Doug's Burger Den in downtown Eagle? Listen to Scott Slater and Ted Ketlinski, owners of SpitFire Tacos and Tequila, visit with Mayor Jason Pierce on this episode of the Explore Eagle Podcast. Scott and Ted tell all about one of the newest restaurants in Eagle, what makes SpitFire Tacos and Tequila unique, and what "Life, Done Right!" means to them. We appreciate amproductions1 for producing this video. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Explore Eagle Podcast introduction 0:30 Introduction of Todd and Scott, owners of SpitFire Tacos and Tequila 1:05 Location history of Doug's Burger Den and SpitFire Tacos 1:40 How the restaurant became SpitFire Taco 2:56 Drive through pick up lane 3:49 Rooftop, patio, and enclosed seating options 4:42 Advantage of being a small Mom and Pop business in Eagle 5:30 Why they chose Eagle to open SpitFire Tacos and Tequila 6:22 Types of foods offered at SpitFire Tacos and Tequila 7:16 Hours of operation 7:33 Sourcing local food suppliers to the restaurant 8:23 What makes SpitFire unique? 8:33 Margaritas 9:12 What does "Life, Done Right!" mean to Todd and Scott 9:55 Closing

Erin Gallegos shares why she chose Eagle for her One Haute Cookie business, what a typical business day looks like, the best part of being a small business owner in Eagle, and what "Life, Done Right!" means to her. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 0:42 How One Haute Cookie business began 1:32 What One Haute Cookie offers 1:52 Why Erin chose Eagle to open One Haute Cookie in Eagle 2:07 What it's like to own a small business 2:42 The best part of owning a business in downtown Eagle 3:11 What One Haute Cookie offers 3:55 Parking available in front of One Haute Cookie in downtown Eagle 4:24 A typical day at One Haute Cookie 5:24 Product supplies 5:35 Average cookies made during a typical day verse holiday season 6:14 What "Life, Done Right!" means to Erin 7:14 Erin's appreciation for the downtown atmosphere of Eagle, and the partnership with other business owners downtown

Learn how the Orville Jackson Post 127, American Legion came about in honoring the late WW I Veteran Orville Jackson. Join Mayor Jason Pierce as he discusses with Orville Jackson Post 127, American Legion Commander Ralph Perez, the many ways the Legion serves Veterans and our community with Coffee with a Vet, Wreaths Across America, Eagle's Veterans Day Breakfast, Flag Retirement Ceremony, and the Merchant Flag Program. Discover who can join their organization and what Eagle's Motto, "Life, Done Right!" means to Commander Perez. 00:00 Introduction 00:55 Why Ralph Perez chose to volunteer with the American Legion 02:56 History of Orville Jackson and how the American Legion is named Orville Jackson Post 127 04:54 Paying homage to Orville Jackson 05:36 History of the reorganization of the Orville Jackson Post in Eagle 06:33 Supporting Veterans with the Field of Honor 07:13 Wreaths Across America Program 07:58 Coffee with a Vet 08:42 Working with the Veterans Home to bus Veterans to the Coffee with the Vet 09:57 Who can join the American Legion? 12:00 Serving with the Organization as a descendent of service men and women 12:21 Family serves when they support their family serving 12:35 Time commitments and where Post 127 meets 13:34 Member-driven organization supporting causes the members care about 14:27 How people find out about meetings 15:03 The best part of serving with the American Legion 15:19 The American Legion Riders and what they do 16:50 The Veterans Breakfast at Eagle City Hall 17:12 Flag Retirement Ceremony 18:34 Merchant and HOA Flag Program 20:29 What does "Eagle, Life, Done Right!" mean to Commander Ralph Perez

100-year-old Mert Drorbaugh asks Mayor Jason Pierce about the future of the Eagle Senior Center and shares her wisdom and tips for aging well, living a long, happy life, and what Eagle's motto, "Life, Done Right!" means to her. 00:00 Introduction 00:41 Background and her move to the Treasure Valley 01:34 Staying physically active by playing golf 02:21 Why Mert chose to move the Treasure Valley 03:06 Mert asks Mayor Pierce how he chose to live in Eagle 03:50 Why Mert comes to the Eagle Senior Center 04:40 The future of the Eagle Senior Center 05:15 The importance of seniors in Eagle 06:06 How Mert celebrated her 100th birthday! 07:20 What Mert does to stay healthy 08:10 Mert, the "Scrubber Lady", and her side business to keep busy 08:50 Mert's advice for those entering retirement 09:41 How Mert has adjusted to aging challenges 10:31 What Mert misses from her early adult years 11:30 Secret for people getting to live to be 100 12:20 Mayor Pierce shares why he enjoys visiting with seniors 13:01 Mert shares the miracle of how helpful people are to seniors' longevity 15:12 Mert's advice for people of any age 15:37 Mert's wisdom from her 100 years of living 16:04 Mert's gratitude for how the community feels about seniors 16:23 Mert asks Mayor Pierce how he feels about the need to take care of seniors. 16:49 What "Life, Done Right!" means to Mert and the importance of community