About this episode

The episode discusses mosquito risks, local council meetings, and a new speaking program in Park City.

Summit Mosquito Abatement District's Brentz Staples discusses persistent mosquito risks despite a dry winter that should cut the pest's population numbers, Park City Councilmember Bill Ciraco recaps Thursday's meeting, including a reconsideration of a proposed raise for the council and mayor and Park City Toastmasters members Karen Stone and Kandi Kutkas preview a special three-month speaking program focused on TED-x style presentations.

People in this episode

Hosts: Leslie Thatcher, Roger Goldman

Guests: Brentz Staples, Bill Ciraco, Karen Stone, Kandi Kutkas

Topics covered

• mosquito control
• local government
• public speaking
• community events
• Park City news

Keywords

• mosquito risks
• Park City Council
• public speaking
• TED-x style
• community news

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Summit Mosquito Abatement District, Park City Council, Park City Toastmasters

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