Facebook Comments… Explained (By a City Manager)
From Calimesa Insider by City of Calimesa
March 20, 2026 · 13 min · Episode 70
About this episode
City Manager Will Kolbow discusses common misconceptions from local Facebook community groups.
Ever read your local Facebook community group and think… “there’s no way this is real”? In this episode of the Calimesa Insider Podcast, City Manager Will Kolbow takes a lighthearted—but honest—look at real posts and comments from local community groups. From roundabout confusion… to water quality concerns… to development and housing debates… we break down: What people are saying What they’re getting wrong What they’re getting right (yes, it happens!) And how things actually work behind the scenes This episode isn’t about calling anyone out—it’s about clearing up common misconceptions and helping our community better understand how cities really operate. 💡 If you’ve ever wondered: How roundabouts actually work Why development happens the way it does Who decides what businesses come to town Or how to interpret public notices This one’s for you. 👉 And if you already know the answers… help us out. Share this episode with someone who might not.
People in this episode
Host: Will Kolbow
Topics covered
- Facebook comments
- community engagement
- local government
- misconceptions
- city operations
Keywords
- community groups
- roundabouts
- development
- water quality
- housing debates
- public notices
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: City of Calimesa
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