Launch Day in Maumee: Sewer Deadlines, Walleye Fest Buzz, Mayor Chelsea Ziss, and Community Spotlights | Meet Me In Maumee Episode 1

Welcome to the very first episode of Meet Me In Maumee, your new video podcast celebrating the people, news, and events of Maumee, Ohio! Hosts Julie and John kick things off with their signature friendly banter while diving into timely local updates: the urgent sanitary sewer commitment deadline (forms due by January 30th), excitement over the upcoming Maumee River Walleye Fest (complete with a 5K, minnow dash, fishing tournament, and ZZ Top tribute band), Distinguished Alumnus Awards at Parkway Place, Hometown Hero nominations via the Maumee Chamber, winter salt tips (with a healthy dose of skepticism), youth sports highlights (Panthers topping the Northern Buckeye Conference all-sports trophy), upcoming fundraisers like purse bingo parties, Legally Blonde Jr. at Maumee Middle School, dueling pianos, casino night, and the Senior Center’s soup sale.

They wrap up with an insightful interview with Maumee Mayor Chelsea Ziss, who shares her background as a lifelong “townie,” her vision for smart growth, transparency initiatives (including OpenGov, CivicPlus, and ClickFix for easier citizen reporting), updates on the sewer/stormwater program (extended deadlines and grants for new buyers), economic development challenges and opportunities (housing mix, brain drain, income tax retention), and details on the inaugural Walleye Fest to welcome fishermen and boost the community vibe.

Whether you’re a longtime resident or new to Maumee, this episode is packed with practical info, laughs, and positive energy about what makes our city special. Got a story, event, or guest idea? Email info@meetmeinmaumee.com. Next up: Nicole Curry from Project I AM on Acoustics for Autism!

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