The Ponderings From Palm Coast Podcast

Ponderings from Palm Coast with Mark Webb - Ep 032 - Flagler Dem Black Caucus- Jerome Ashford

A brief history of the Flagler County Black Democratic Caucus (http://flaglercountydbc.org), its mission statement, projects including a newsletter (for more info email: jashford442@gmail.com.) Next meeting is October 9 from 6-9 at the Democratic Headquarters at 160 Cypress Point Parkway. Finding and supporting democratic candidates. Full video of this episode is available at: https://youtu.be/kcpzKdbp8lE

Ponderings from Palm Coast with Mark Webb-Ep 031-Friends of the Library-Mike Cocchiola

Friends of the Library provides the library with full programs from yoga, cooking, children's activities, senior activities including concerts, classes all day long. Each library is like a civic center. It is a 501-3C not for profit and its mission is to raise funds for the library. Funds from the county are being cut back so fundraising is even more important. Over the year The Friends of the library holds book sales, hosts a bookstore, bake sale, car show and dinner dance to raise funds. Did you know that 20,000 citizens per month pass through the doors of the library and 6,000 children over the summer? The new Nexus Center in Bunnell will soon house another library and all of the same programming must now be made available for it. Www.FlaglerLibrary.org is the website to donate to Friends of the Library, in any amount. Full video of this episode is available on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/VaWLBimUrAo

Ponderings from Palm Coast with Mark Webb-Ep030-Brittany Kershaw and Shannon Martin

The Communications Team for Palm Coast joins us to talk about what's happening around Palm Coast including the new comms in the meeting room, an upgraded and updated new app integrated with your account by the end of the year, Citizens Academy and Virtual Citizens Academy, the rules about the length of the City Council meetings, budget cuts and how they will be handled, why it's fun to work in city government, upcoming events and citizen participation. More information is available at: palmcoast.gov Full video of this episode available on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/Bck9_LtZb40

Ponderings from Palm Coast with Mark Webb - Ep29-Flagler D.E.C.-Janet Sullivan and Deborah Mott

The Democratic Executive Committee D.E.C. explained, along with an explanation of what  Precinct Leaders are and do. Mark shares his own experience contacting new Democrats in his Precinct. The differences between Democratic Clubs, Caucuses and Committees is described. Flagler County Democrats strategic plan. Important: Renewal of your voter registration! Candidate cultivation discussed. Full video available on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/m8ie5kUnYaU

Ponderings from Palm Coast with Mark Webb - Ep028 - The Observer-Brian McMillan

Owner and publisher of the Observer, Brian McMillan. Brian shares how he started at the Observer, and how he eventually wound up buying the entire Paper from his bosses. Juggling stories that are relevant and timely for local readers. Bunnell and Flagler Beach to possibly get their own specifically local editions. Brian provides a different perspective in understanding the makeup of Palm Coast, and its unique mix of residents. Full video version available on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/c2s5JcGi4Sg

Ponderings from Palm Coast with Mark Webb - Ep 027 -Donna Stancel

Special Guest Donna Stancel. Citizens Residential Draining Issues Committee. Over 200 PC Citizens had issues, the committee visited homes and made recommendations for remediation. Donna explains how the committee worked to help the citizens and what they could do to help the situation. How the city liaison Lynn Stevens from the drainage department worked to educate the committee members so they could take action. The Drainage Committee now works with the Code Enforcement Committee moving forward. Donna also has been selected as an alternate for the Charter Review Committee which meets August 25th. Senior Life Discovery - Living Your Best Life as a Senior is another project. Additionally, she hosts a Senior Luncheon Group called SeniorsGettingTogether.Org where they meet twice a month on Wednesdays at Bob Evans at 11:30 AM (over 200 members.) Full video available at: https://youtu.be/b2qu1LVykc8

Ponderings from Palm Coast with Mark Webb - Ep 026 - Merrill Shapiro

Discussion of The Johnson Amendment a provision in the U.S. tax code, since 1954, that prohibits all 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations from endorsing or opposing political candidates and the order to the IRS to stop enforcing it. Separation of Church and State. Influence that can be bought. Can religious leaders change on a dime to supplient themselves to this new decree? Does it only take a small group of dedicated people as Margaret Mead said "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it's the only thing that ever has." What happens when politicians go against the teachings of their own faith, can the community of any faith influence the bad behaviour of individuals that reflect badly on their faith? Vouchers for schools being fraudulently misused and taking away benefits from public school education and losing public schools as a result. Perceived value of charter schools vs public school education and the lack of accreditation needed to teach at a charter school vs the extensive array of testing required to teach at a public school. Have you asked a good question lately? As always, think, question, ponder on! Please like, comment, share to help us grow our channel! Thank you! Full video available at: https://youtu.be/ldJE-twgRks

Ponderings from Palm Coast with Mark Webb-Ep 025 -Flagler 50501

Mark hosts guests Vicky Haley, Michaelle Harle, and Roberta Bianucci from Flagler 50501. This is a private group on Facebook and they explain why it is private, that it is a peaceful, safe and joyful group. They talk about the national organization, what inspired the local group, how it's organized and the issues they tackle, for example: Hazardous Waste in Flagler County (Palm Coast and Bunnell), Library Changes, Good Trouble July 17 nationally and how this particular group has added additional Good Trouble all week long so people can choose to participate when they are available in the way they are most comfortable. The 5 Calls App what it does and how it works to keep you in touch even if you can't leave your home, also working with other groups such as Putnam County and St. Augustine, the great effort to set up a meeting with Randy Fine's staff and eventually Randy Fine himself. Upcoming events including a Caravan to the Alligator Alcatraz protesting not only the facility but the kidnapping of people off the streets and no due process. Important next steps in electing good leaders and voting by mail. https://youtu.be/uxPT2YQTrbA 

Ponderings from Palm Coast with Mark Webb - Ep.24 - 6-Month Reflections

Ponderings from Palm Coast with Mark Webb - Ep.24 - 6-Month Reflections Mark talks about the status of the podcast on our 6 month anniversary. What your subscription to this feed (free) means, on leaving a comment to continue conversation. New Facebook page for Ponderings From Palm Coast, our clubs and caucuses available here in Palm Coast letting you know about the support and camaraderie from like minded people. The power in getting your Vote By Mail ballot. Reminder after every general election you have to re-request the ballot (here in Florida.) Announcing our email to send your comments: PonderingsFromPalmCoast@gmail.com. Many thanks for listening, please like, share and subscribe. https://youtu.be/OmIOTgLMPQ4

Ponderings from Palm Coast with Mark Webb - Ep. 023 -Iran Conflict - Al Kramer

Mark and Al talk about world politics specifically the conflict in Iran. They talk about what is happening in Israel and the different points of conflict both in Gaza and Iran. Predictions for possible ramifications and outcomes, particularly domestic terrorism resulting from a pushback from Iran, the need to be extra vigilant in our daily lives, changing and evolving points of view. Please like, subscribe and share! Full video of this episode is available on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/0rdQQt-0fio