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Voices of North Port features longtime residents and long-term employees who discuss the City's history and what it means to them. Our goal is to create a recorded oral history to preserve the voices that helped to shape the City.

This episode's guest is Assistant City Manager Julie Bellia. Julie has worked for the City of North Port for nearly 45 years and has lived there since 1969. She knows the ins and outs of her community and how it formed. Listen in to learn more!

Synonymous with North Port, Joan Morgan has spent decades helping shape our City, whether as a City Commissioner or a dedicated resident. You may have heard of the Morgan Family Community Center? Listen in as Joan tells her story and shares her passion for advocating for North Port. 

The views and opinions expressed in the "Voices of North Port" series do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the City of North Port.

North Port is turning 65 on June 18, and the City is throwing a birthday party. Listen in as Marketing & Engagement Manager Laura Ansel chats about what to expect at the party and why this is such a big deal for our City.

In this episode, Urban Forester Ryan Pieper discusses his new position, what his duties are and what his goals are for the future. He's passionate about protecting the environment while supporting sustainable and responsible development. Listen in to learn more!

If you have comments or questions for Ryan, please email NaturalResources@NorthPortFL.gov.

On this episode of North Port Newsbreak, we sit down with City of North Port Emergency Manager Stacy Aloisio to discuss National Hurricane Preparedness Week and the upcoming hurricane season. Take a listen to know how to prepare for this year and what to expect.

The City of North Port recently announced the launch of the NP² (North Port Non-Profits United) program, or “NP squared,” an initiative to foster collaboration between municipal government and local non-profits to serve North Port residents better. NP²'s primary objective is to assist non-profits by providing support that will continue to enhance and expand their mission. Listen in to hear from Social Services Manager Janet Carrillo and learn more about the program.