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  • Boulder City Pride: Gov. Joe Lombardo Celebrates the 78th Damboree

    Boulder City Pride: Gov. Joe Lombardo Celebrates the 78th Damboree
    2026/07/16

    In this episode of The Best Dam Podcast, Jill catches up with Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo at the 78th Damboree in Boulder City. Jill and Gov. Lombardo explore the unique spirit and bright future of the Silver State. Gov. Lombardo shares how his childhood as a military kid and his decades of service as sheriff and governor shaped his deep appreciation for the liberties of this nation and the tight-knit communities of Nevada.

    This isn't just a story about political leadership; it's about a mission-driven approach to state stewardship, a dedicated focus on lifting up Nevada's education system, and a celebration of local communities like Boulder City that are driving the state forward.

    DISCUSSION

    1. The Spirit of Nevada: Why people from all over the country choose to make the Silver State their home, creating a unique bond of camaraderie and community.
    2. A Lifetime of Service: Governor Lombardo reflects on moving every three years as a military kid, choosing to stay in Nevada, and transitioning from sheriff to governor.
    3. What Keeps a Leader Grounded: The Governor shares his love for The Week magazine and why keeping up with condensed, bipartisan global news helps him stay focused on local, kitchen-table issues.
    4. The Education Governor: A deep dive into the Governor's primary mission to build a lasting foundation for Nevada's youth through improved graduation rates and early childhood education.
    5. All Things Boulder City: A look at how the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce is successfully diversifying local tourism and elevating outdoor recreation.
    6. The Adventure Center: Previewing the highly anticipated October 7th grand opening of the Boulder City Adventure Center.
    7. Full Circle Moments: The Governor shares a hilarious memory of launching his first sheriff's campaign at the Boulder City Fourth of July parade—and getting completely drenched in the process!

    LEARN MORE

    To learn more about Governor Joe Lombardo and his administration's initiatives, visit the official Nevada Governor's website at https://gov.nv.gov.

    Magazine Recommendation - The Week Magazine - https://theweek.com

    To learn more about the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce and the upcoming Adventure Center, visit their website at https://www.bouldercitychamber.com.

    KEYWORDS

    Governor Joe Lombardo, Nevada, Boulder City, Education Governor, Boulder City Chamber, Outdoor Recreation, Adventure Center, Fourth of July, The Best Dam Podcast

    #GovernorJoeLombardo #Nevada #BoulderCity #EducationGovernor #BoulderCityChamber #OutdoorRecreation #AdventureCenter #FourthofJuly #TheBestDamPodcast
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    8 分
  • Clean Energy, Small Business, and the Spirit of Nevada with Senator Jacky Rosen

    Clean Energy, Small Business, and the Spirit of Nevada with Senator Jacky Rosen
    2026/07/14

    In this episode of The Best Dam Podcast, Jill sits down with U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen to explore the unique "frontier spirit" that drives the Silver State. Senator Rosen shares how her faith and upbringing instilled a lifelong commitment to leaving her corner of the world better than she found it.

    This isn't just a story about political leadership; it's about a mission-driven approach to community stewardship, the booming landscape of Nevada's clean energy economy, and a collaborative approach to democracy designed to serve families for generations to come.

    DISCUSSION

    1. The Spirit of Nevada: What it means to represent a massive, diverse state of 70 million acres and how the "frontier spirit" shapes its residents.
    2. Farming the Sun: How Nevada is positioning itself at the forefront of the 21st-century energy economy by utilizing wind, water, solar, and geothermal power.
    3. Preserving What We Must: The delicate balance of sustainable development—using what we can to protect the state's beautiful wilderness and migrating wildlife.
    4. The Messy Thanksgiving Table: Why Senator Rosen compares American democracy to a big holiday dinner and the critical importance of non-stubborn statesmanship.
    5. The Meat and Potatoes of Office: A look behind the scenes at how constituent services quietly help local seniors, veterans, and families navigate federal issues.
    6. Empowering the Next Generation: How Senate internships give young Nevadans hands-on experience in running the country and solving real community problems.
    7. What Do You Do With a Chance?: A special book recommendation that highlights the power of opportunity, kindness, and everyday interactions.
    8. The Small Business Backbone: The surprising statistics behind Nevada's 280,000 small businesses and the massive economic impact of outdoor tourism.

    LEARN MORE

    To learn more about Senator Jacky Rosen and constituent services, visit her website at https://www.rosen.senate.gov. Click on the FOR NEVADANS drop-down for a list of Constituent Services.

    Book Recommendation - What Do You Do With a Chance By Kobi Yamada,
    Mae Besom (Illustrator) - https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/36070310-what-do-you-do-with-a-chance

    To learn more about the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce, visit their website at https://www.bouldercitychamber.com

    KEYWORDS

    Senator Jacky Rosen, Nevada, Boulder City, Clean Energy, Renewable Energy, Small Business, Constituent Services, Community, Las Vegas Chamber, The Best Dam Podcast

    #SenatorJackyRosen #Nevada #BoulderCity #CleanEnergy #RenewableEnergy #SmallBusiness #ConstituentServices #Community #LasVegasChamber #TheBestDamPodcast
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    16 分
  • Rae of Hope Foundation: Special Needs Advocacy, Peer Mentorship, and Community Alliances

    Rae of Hope Foundation: Special Needs Advocacy, Peer Mentorship, and Community Alliances
    2026/07/07
    In this episode of The Best Dam Podcast, Jill sits down with the Magon and Shawn Peuker, the strategic masterminds behind The Rae of Hope Foundation. Together, unpack the world of nonprofit advocacy and explore how a basic plan of infrastructure and personal persistence can transform a chaotic, high-stress environment into a highly manageable roadmap for bringing next-generation support and community to special needs families.The discussion dives deep into the high-stakes world of modern nonprofit operations—from turning a personal 10-year passion project inspired by their resilient daughter Raelynn into a fully realized foundation to adapting to massive operational changes like expanding from a single recipient model to serving multiple beneficiaries across Southern Nevada. Magon and Shawn also break down the eye-opening results of their unique community-building methods, sharing how they balance customized care packages and personal vetting with helping beloved local families thrive right here in Boulder City and beyond.DISCUSSIONThe Evolution from a Personal Dream to a Growing Network: Magon explains how a deep passion born out of navigating their daughter's seven strokes quickly scaled from a 10-year vision into a fully realized, multi-beneficiary network built to safely meet the region's growing support demands.The Core Philosophy of Structural Inclusion: Rather than allowing rigid age limits or condition criteria to disrupt a family's access to help, the foundation operates on a strict blueprint of open qualifications, allowing families dealing with any physical or mental needs to establish a foundational sense of stability.The Funding and Seed Money Advantage: Drawing on their extensive background managing family resources, Magon and Shawn bring a deep understanding of financial commitment to their daily operations, and establish the foundation before community events dramatically scale their capabilities.The Vetted Family Reality Check: Shawn highlights how connecting with a client's real-world environment dictates successful care package distribution and long-term interaction.Integrating Custom Care Packages and Commerce: To break down financial barriers, Shawn shareas how their digital store allows donors to purchase merchandise or actively sponsor a child's customized monthly supplies to improve efficiency.The Structured Lifelong Connection Routine: The foundation facilitates a strict cyclical routine of keeping beneficiaries connected to all future social gatherings and community events.The Mentorship Power of the Parent Network: Magon points out a heartwarming shift in company dynamics where experienced special needs parents naturally step in to teach, share trusted medical resources, and resolve complex care issues for new families in a real-world environment.High-Stress Rehabilitation via Healthcare Guidance: For overwhelmed families who cannot safely access clear guidance or handle complex insurance systems immediately after a diagnosis, Shawn and Magon implement specialized peer advocacy to effectively redirect parental energy into productive, stabilizing focus.The Light-Hearted Sense of Humor Standard: To ensure every family dynamic remains healthy and completely resilient, the household conducts an unfiltered routine of inside jokes and shared laughter, figuring out that embracing funny moments establishes a positive path toward overall family health.Collaborative Main Street Alliances: Emphasizing that there is no true competition when supporting local development, Magon highlights her seamless, on-the-ground collaborations with neighboring businesses like Celeste from Lady Lux Cleaning to orchestrate large-scale regional initiatives.The Unbeatable Value of Community Trust: Jill, Magon, and Shawn highlight how vital earning and maintaining the trust of devoted subscribers and local donors is to the community, reinforcing that when individual local organizations adapt and support one another, the entire town elevates together.LEARN MOREThe Rae of Hope Foundation: Explore their full lineup of customized care packages, beneficiary sign-up forms, and online merchandise donation options. https://raeofhopefoundation.org/Boulder City Chamber of Commerce: Head over to the Chamber website or stop by the office to discover how joining the local network can help jumpstart your business marketing and connect you with trusted industry experts. https://www.bouldercitychamber.com/RAE OF HOPE FUNDRAISING EVENTSBoulder City Community Garage Sale, July 17-19Southwest Diner Fundraiser for The Rae of Hope Foundation, July 25 at the Southwest DinerCraisy Daisy Fall Market, September 11-12, 10am-6pmFirst Annual Rae of Hope Benefit Dinner at the Boulder Creek Golf Club Pavilion, October 9, 2026https://raeofhopefoundation.org/upcoming-eventsKEYWORDSMagon Peuker, Shawn Peuker, The Rae of Hope Foundation, Special Needs Advocacy, Nonprofit Operations, Community Care Packages, Family Support Networks, ...
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    36 分
  • High-Speed Entrepreneurship: How isp.net Keeps Boulder City Connected

    High-Speed Entrepreneurship: How isp.net Keeps Boulder City Connected
    2026/06/30
    In this episode of The Best Dam Podcast, Jill sits down with the multi-talented CJ Sattler, the strategic mastermind behind isp.net and a seasoned professional in the internet service provider industry. Together, they pull back the curtain on the world of telecommunications and explore how a basic plan of infrastructure and technical persistence can transform a chaotic, high-stress environment into a highly manageable roadmap for bringing next-generation connectivity to our community.The discussion dives deep into the high-stakes world of modern business operations—from starting a local technology company at just 15 years old during the AOL dial-up era to adapting to massive operational changes like scaling out advanced networks across Southern Nevada. CJ also breaks down the eye-opening results of his unique training methods, sharing how he balances advanced software development and AI automation with helping beloved local businesses and rural school districts thrive right here in Boulder City and beyond.DISCUSSIONThe Evolution from Dial-Up to Middle Mile Network: CJ explains how a business born out of a desire to play with blinking machines in 1995 quickly scaled from an early entertainment website and dial-up setup into a fully realized, multi-data center middle mile network built to safely meet the region's growing high-speed demands.The Core Philosophy of Infrastructure Persistence: Rather than allowing technical failures to disrupt daily operations, the network operates on a strict blueprint of controlled variables and redundant rings, allowing engineering teams to establish a foundational sense of stability before moving forward.The Data Center and Power Advantage: Drawing on his extensive background running data centers, CJ brings a deep understanding of thermal dynamics, cooling protocols, and rapid energy evaluation to his daily operations as AI technology dramatically scales power requirements.The Automated Customer Sentiment Reality Check: Unlike standard systems that evaluate technical performance in a vacuum, modern monitoring software reads user sentiment instantly. CJ highlights how reading a client's voice data and transcribing calls dictates successful handler interaction.Integrating Software Development and AI: To break down operational barriers, CJ utilizes his decades of software programming experience to introduce automated features and real-time tools that actively level out the team's workload and improve efficiency.The Structured Rerouting and Maintenance Routine: Warning against the trap of leaving clients with overstimulated or completely down networks, the operations center facilitates a strict cyclical routine of proactive monitoring followed by dedicated, low-impact downtime fixes.The Mentorship Power of the Tech Team: CJ points out a heartwarming shift in company dynamics where highly specialized Cisco-certified engineers naturally step in to teach network design, manage security, and resolve complex issues for businesses in a real-world environment.High-Stress Rehabilitation via Mobile Deployments: For remote events that cannot safely access public utility grids or large cellular networks immediately, CJ implements specialized trailer setups and battery systems to effectively redirect high-speed signals into productive, stabilizing focus.The Exhaustive Monitoring System Standard: To ensure every piece of equipment is a right fit and completely safe, the facility conducts exhaustive monitoring of over 20,000 separate points to figure out each tower's baseline comfort level and design a positive path toward healthy uptime.Navigating Unregulated Service Standards: CJ fiercely maintains a high standard of open communication, choosing to limit his security features to physical network separation while leaving content blocking entirely to individual IT operators to honor the highly sensitive regulatory needs of clients.Collaborative Main Street Alliances: Emphasizing that there is no true competition when supporting local development, CJ highlights his seamless, on-the-ground collaborations with neighboring tech professionals like Larry Archuleta's DAM Computer Medic. The Unbeatable Value of Community Trust: Jill and CJ highlight how vital earning and maintaining the trust of devoted subscribers is to the community, reinforcing that when individual local businesses adapt and support one another, the entire town elevates together.LEARN MOREisp.net: Explore their full lineup of customized high-speed internet, commercial phone systems, and 365-day technical monitoring options. https://isp.net/ Boulder City Chamber of Commerce: Head over to the Chamber website or stop by the office to discover how joining the local network can help jumpstart your business marketing and connect you with trusted industry experts. https://www.bouldercitychamber.com/EVENTSGet ready for the local Art in the Park and Train Museum gatherings in Boulder City throughout 2026, proudly supported by ...
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    37 分
  • Dam Dog House: Energy Work, Sound Baths, and Dog Translation in Boulder City

    Dam Dog House: Energy Work, Sound Baths, and Dog Translation in Boulder City
    2026/06/23
    In this episode of The Best Dam Podcast, Jill sits down with the multi-talented Allison Ruiz Shafer, the strategic mastermind behind the Dam Dog House and a seasoned professional in the veterinary field and animal behavior. Together, they pull back the curtain on the confusing world of pet care and explore how a basic plan of calm can transform a chaotic, high-stress environment into a highly manageable roadmap for rehabilitating and socializing our four-legged family members. The discussion dives deep into the high-stakes world of modern business operations—from starting a local mobile service right before a global pandemic to adapting to massive operational changes like moving into a permanent storefront. Allison also breaks down the eye-opening results of her unique training methods, sharing how she balances advanced energy work and sound healing with helping beloved family pets and vulnerable senior dogs thrive right here in Boulder City.DISCUSSIONThe Evolution from Walkers to Brick and Mortar: Allison explains how a business born out of a desire to work around homeschooling her kids quickly scaled from a high-mileage dog walking routine into a fully realized, permit-approved physical facility to safely meet the community's growing demands.The Core Philosophy of a Base of Calm: Rather than allowing dogs to run in an endless pit of anxiety and overstimulation, the facility operates on a strict blueprint of controlled variables, allowing reactive or frightened dogs to establish a foundational sense of peace before moving forward.The Veterinary and Emergency Medicine Advantage: Drawing on her extensive background running a veterinary clinic and working in high-stress emergency environments, Allison brings a deep understanding of animal anatomy, safety protocols, and rapid behavioral evaluation to her daily operations.The Two-Second Likability Reality Check: Unlike humans who evaluate new connections over a ten-second window, dogs read energy patterns instantly. Allison highlights how reading a dog's full body language—from their ears to their eyebrows—dictates successful handler interaction.Integrating Energy Work and Sound Healing: To break down behavioral barriers, Allison utilizes her certifications as a Reiki Master, a 200-hour yoga instructor, and a certified sound healer to introduce therapeutic frequencies and sound baths that actively level out the pack's energy.The Structured Play-Rest Routine: Warning against the trap of sending home an overstimulated or completely exhausted pup, the daycare handlers facilitate a strict cyclical routine of active movement followed by dedicated, deep-breathing downtime.The Mentorship Power of the Pack: Allison points out a heartwarming shift in pack dynamics where senior dogs and rescued former mama dogs naturally step in to teach boundaries, sleep alongside, and calm overly hyperactive puppies in a real-world environment.High-Stress Rehabilitation via Treadmill Training: For highly anxious dogs that cannot safely enter public spaces or large groups immediately, Allison implements specialized treadmill workouts to effectively redirect their nervous energy into productive, stabilizing focus.The 4-Hour Temperament Test Standard: To ensure every animal is a right fit and completely safe, the facility conducts exhaustive four-hour evaluations to figure out each dog's baseline comfort level and design a positive path toward healthy socialization.Navigating Strict Service Standards: Allison fiercely maintains a high standard of care, choosing to limit her current services exclusively to dogs until she can build a dedicated, elements-controlled cattery that honors the highly sensitive environmental needs of cats.Collaborative Main Street Alliances: Emphasizing that there is no true competition among local pet professionals, Allison highlights her seamless, on-the-ground collaborations with neighboring businesses like Jill Bunch's Turf Magic, The Paw Queen, and local CPR classes.The Unbeatable Value of Community Trust: Jill and Allison highlight how vital earning and maintaining the trust of devoted pet owners is to the community, reinforcing that when individual local businesses adapt and support one another, the entire town elevates together.LEARN MOREDam Dog House: Explore their full lineup of customized daycare, behavior training, and 365-day boarding options. https://damdoghouse.com/Linder Wellness: Discover the science behind the brass bowls, sound therapies, and holistic mind-body education that inspired Allison to incorporate sound healing into canine rehabilitation. https://damdoghouse.com/sound-healing-for-dogs/The Paw Queen & Local Partners: Stop by the bustling hub on Boulder City Parkway to experience the highly collaborative, dog-friendly environment built by local pet service experts. https://thepawqueen.com/Boulder City Chamber of Commerce: Head over to the Chamber website or stop by the office to discover how joining the local network can ...
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    41 分
  • Overcoming Marketing Overwhelm: Insights from Remso Martinez

    Overcoming Marketing Overwhelm: Insights from Remso Martinez
    2026/06/16
    In this episode of The Best Dam Podcast, Jill sits down with the multi-talented Remso Martinez, the strategic mastermind behind Marketer on the Run and a seasoned fractional Chief Marketing Officer. Together, they pull back the curtain on the confusing world of digital marketing and explore how a basic plan can transform a chaotic, never-ending task list into a highly manageable roadmap for small business growth.The discussion dives deep into the high-stakes world of modern business operations—from dealing with shifting consumer behaviors and inflation to adapting to massive technological changes like artificial intelligence search summaries. Remso also breaks down the eye-opening results of his newly launched local digital audit, sharing how he balances high-profile political consulting with helping bootstrapping, mom-and-pop storefronts thrive right here in Boulder City.DISCUSSIONThe Core Definition of Marketing: Remso simplifies a heavily overcomplicated industry by establishing a clear boundary: marketing is you talking about yourself, whereas advertising is paying someone else to talk about you for you.The Danger of Paralysis by Analysis: Many business owners experience an endless pit of anxiety because they feel they are never doing enough online. Without a solid blueprint, entrepreneurs get overwhelmed by the fear of the unknown and completely abandon their marketing, leaving their revenue to the "will of the universe".The Trap of the"E-Myth": Referencing the classic business book The E-Myth Revisited, Remso warns how easily passionate experts—like a master baker—can grow to absolute hate their businesses once they get buried under the endless logistical quicksand of taxes, payroll, and unexpected operational tasks.Making Professional Guidance Accessible: To break down the financial barriers for small storefronts, Remso offers a highly accessible $55-a-month group coaching program. This low-commitment mastermind gives local entrepreneurs a collaborative space to ask blunt questions alongside peers like Ashley Gill of Fiber Salon.High-Stakes Political Strategy vs. Main Street: Remso shares that whether he is consulting for a high-profile gubernatorial candidate navigating a fierce 13-person primary or advising a local home services company, the foundational question remains identical: Is the upfront investment worth the long-term result?.The Fractional CMO Growth Model: For businesses hitting a consistent growth stage, Remso highlights the "golden rule" of reinvesting 5% to 10% of gross profit back into marketing. Utilizing a fractional model allows fragile, scaling businesses to access executive-level leadership and cross-industry insights without the crushing overhead of a full-time senior hire.The Invisible Threat of Zero-Click Searches: Remso points out a massive shifts in user behavior where up to 70% of Google queries now result in "zero clicks". Because platforms instantly display data via AI summaries and direct query answers, businesses without optimized sites are becoming entirely invisible to research-heavy consumers.The"Eat a Rock" ChatGPT Reality Check: Warning against completely outsourcing human critical thinking to artificial intelligence, Remso shares a hilarious test where a free version of ChatGPT fell victim to user confirmation bias and actively gave him instructions on how to coat a rock in Vaseline to swallow it easier.The 2026 Boulder City Website Audit: Prompted by the economic psychological shift of the November 2025 government shutdown, Remso's team audited 99 registered Boulder City businesses. The shocking data revealed that while 61% maintained a digital footprint, only 51% possessed a fully functional, complete website free of generic GoDaddy or Wix filler text.Brand Journalism and On-The-Ground Lessons: Moving away from standard, boring SEO blog posts, Marketer on the Run now produces weekly "brand journalism" pieces and video case studies. This includes on-location breakdowns from Primm, Nevada, detailing the harsh business survival lessons small communities must face when local revenue streams suddenly dry up.Remaining"Bullish on Boulder City": Despite the unique vulnerabilities of a tourism-dependent economy, Remso fiercely proclaims he is incredibly bullish on the upcoming decade of private and federal investments flowing into the local ecosystem.The Unbeatable Value of the Chamber: Jill and Remso highlight how vital local networking and professional collaborations are to the community’s shared financial security, reinforcing that when individual Boulder City businesses succeed, the entire economy elevates together.LEARN MOREMarketer on the Run: Visit the official digital hub to explore fractional CMO services, dive into weekly brand journalism blogs, and watch operator-focused strategy videos. https://marketerontherun.com.2026 Boulder City Small Business Website Report: Head over to the store tab on Remso’s website and use the exclusive podcast ...
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    41 分
  • Crushing Chaos: From Event Planning to Empowered Homeschool Families with Holly Wittwer

    Crushing Chaos: From Event Planning to Empowered Homeschool Families with Holly Wittwer
    2026/06/09
    In this episode of The Best Dam Podcast, Jill sits down with the multi-talented Holly Wittwer, the mastermind behind Events with Holly and the newly launched Home Educated Foundation. Together, they pull back the curtain on the invisible art of event planning and explore how a local need sprouted a rapidly growing national initiative to support homeschool families.The discussion dives deep into the high-stakes world of wedding and festival logistics—from managing over-the-top family emotions to handling wild day-of emergencies like car pile-ups, casino drama, and unexpected event crashers. Holly also breaks down the rapid growth of her non-profit foundation, sharing how she balances her strict Type-A personality, her thriving businesses, and homeschooling her three energetic young boys right here in Boulder City.DISCUSSIONThe Invisible Talent of Event Planning: A great event coordinator works completely behind the scenes so the client never notices a single problem. Holly reveals that she often acts as a day-of counselor or therapist to ground stressed-out brides and families so they can actually enjoy their big day.A Sudden Homeschool Pivot: After traveling to a massive multi-day homeschool convention in Arizona, Holly immediately realized she had the exact skill set needed to bring a similar, high-quality educational resource hub to Nevada families.Launching the Home Educated Foundation: Now in its third year, the convention has morphed into a full-scale non-profit foundation. The initiative features a digital and physical magazine with youth-authored articles, a nationwide podcast, and financial scholarships to help underprivileged families purchase curriculum.Local Micro-Schools and Collaboration: Holly emphasizes that homeschooling isn't for everyone, but options are exploding locally. She collaborates with local spaces like Grace Christian Church and Burning Bush to offer thriving drop-off classes, including chess and photography clubs.The Entrepreneurial Balancing Act: Transitioning to working for herself has unlocked immense creative freedom, allowing Holly to wake up with dozens of new ideas every night. She maintains healthy personal boundaries by strictly homeschooling her kids in the morning and tackling work in the afternoon.Handling Extreme Day-of Emergencies: From a 10-car freeway pile-up delaying every vendor by two hours to wild off-site casino drama during her first convention, Holly keeps a cool head by reminding her team: "Unless the building is on fire, it's not an emergency."Harnessing Teen Energy: Holly loves hiring local middle and high school students to assist with event day logistics. Giving local youth a chance to rise to the occasion provides them with high wages, great experience, and solid recommendation letters.The"Dating Convention" Crasher: Holly shares a hilarious, memorable story from her first homeschool convention where a solo male attendee crashed the event, recorded families without permission, and tried giving Holly's husband dating advice before being escorted out by security.Leaning into Type-A Strengths: While Holly used to criticize herself for being a "control freak," she has fully embraced it. She points out that a hyper-organized, Type-A personality is exactly who you want managing the complex moving parts of a wedding or festival.An Event Planner's Secret Confession: In a surprising twist, Holly admits that she actually dislikes attending events that she isn't running. On a Friday night, she would much rather be snuggled on the couch with her kids and a good book.A Hyper-Active Nightstand: Holly is a self-proclaimed voracious reader who cycles through up to 10 books at once. Her current rotation ranges from business classics like Dave Ramsey's EntreLeadership to deep fictional fantasies like Brandon Sanderson's The Stormlight Archive, and even reading The Iliad and The Odyssey with her kids.The Unbeatable Value of the Chamber: Holly Credits the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce as an instrumental force in building her business. She fiercely defends the value of a Chamber membership online, viewing it as essential marketing, networking, and a vital community resource.LEARN MOREEvents with Holly: Keep up with Holly’s local Boulder City wedding and festival coordination by connecting with local businesses like Village Floral House and Twist and Shout DJ. https://eventswithholly.com.The Home Educated Foundation: Look up the foundation’s official launch materials online to find step-by-step guides on homeschool paperwork, daily family rhythms, and upcoming curriculum scholarship applications.Business Leadership Resources: Pick up a copy of EntreLeadership by Dave Ramsey to explore the delegation and team-training philosophies Holly utilizes to scale her operations.Boulder City Chamber of Commerce: Head over to Chamber website or stop in to chat with Jill and her team to find out how local business owners can utilize Chamber resources to market their next...
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  • Best Dam Podcast Exclusive: Inside the Data Center Debate - Part II

    Best Dam Podcast Exclusive: Inside the Data Center Debate - Part II
    2026/06/02
    Best Dam Podcast Exclusive: Inside the Data Center Debate - Part II with Brynn Delormier, Kendra Dyson, and Fred Boltz - In this episode of The Best Dam Podcast, Jill sits down with Boulder City advocates and local community members Brynn Delormier, Kendra Dyson, and Fred Boltz to pull back the curtain on a massive, fast-tracked tech proposal. Together, they break down the critical issues surrounding a proposed 300-megawatt data center and explain why 93% of surveyed residents are firmly opposed to its development.The guests explore the deep financial, infrastructural, and environmental risks associated with the project—ranging from doubled utility bills seen in other rural American towns to the toxic chemicals needed to run massive industrial cooling systems. With a strict timeline advancing toward a final city council decision, this episode provides a vital, detailed look at the public pushback, the discrepancies in the developer's application, and how local citizens can use their voices to protect Boulder City's precious natural resources.DISCUSSIONThe Swift Public Pushback: When the data center option was presented at a city council meeting to bridge a budget shortfall, local social media pushback was immediate and vehemently opposed.A Warning from Rural America: Brynn shares that her mother’s utility bills doubled in rural North Carolina after a data center was implemented in her small town.Lessons from Local History: Kendra recalls growing up in downtown Henderson and details why trusting corporate promises can lead to long-term health and environmental damage, such as contaminated soil and air.The Two Ballot "Boxes": The discussion clarifies that the immediate Townsite Solar lease amendment is moving forward at warp speed independently of the future data center restriction question on the November ballot.Developer Red Flags: Proponents of the project are investment-type professionals with zero actual experience running an operational data center, creating a lack of public confidence.City Spending vs. Income: Fred emphasizes that the city has a spending problem rather than an income problem, highlighting multi-million dollar outlays on an elaborate swimming pool and a railroad museum.Grid and Spot Market Competition: A 300-megawatt data center would directly compete with Boulder City’s 55-megawatt peak summer load on the wholesale power spot market, potentially skyrocketing local utility rates.The Hoover Dam Trap: Under federal agreements, Boulder City ratepayers remain on the hook for dam operations and maintenance costs even if Colorado River water levels decline and power production stops.Application Inconsistencies: The developer's proposal contains severe mathematical errors and explicitly lists banned evaporative cooling methods across multiple pages of the planning commission agenda packet.A Toxic Chemical Brew: Running the proposed closed-loop cooling system requires hundreds of thousands of gallons of water mixed with rust inhibitors, propylene glycol, and other hazardous compounds.Demanding Performance Bonds: Due to the environmental risks of wastewater remediation and the potential for corporate bankruptcy, residents are calling for massive performance bonds.Citizens Initiative Petitions: Community members are actively gathering 1,700 local signatures by June 25th for three citizens' initiatives focused on restoring fiscal responsibility and public oversight.LEARN MOREBoulder City Power Sources: Google the official "Power Source" page on bcnv.org to see the monthly breakdown of where the city buys its wholesale energy.Water Conservation and the Colorado River: Read up on current Colorado River shortages and drought forecasts by checking out the recent interviews published by the Glen Canyon Institute.Boulder City Citizens Initiative: Reach out to local organizers Brynn, Fred, or Kendra to find out where to sign the three fiscal responsibility petitions before the June 25th deadline.Closed-Loop Cooling System Discharges: This resource provides a brief explanation of Closed-Loop Cooling System Dischardges - https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/fp0shgbge685jzg830ueh/Closed-Loop-Cooling-System-Discharges.pdf?rlkey=ugvfu1ls4bsjtdnzetviwyu3c&st=k1efv53c&dl=0Linktr.ee to NO Data Center in BC Resources - https://linktr.ee/nodatacentersbc KEYWORDSBrynn Delormier, Kendra Dyson, Fred Boltz, Data Centers, Boulder City, The Best Dam Podcast, Townsite Solar, Colorado River, Water Conservation, Wholesale Power, Spot Market, Environmental Impact Assessment, Budget Shortfall, Citizens Initiative#TheBestDamPodcast #BoulderCity #DataCenterDebate #ColoradoRiver #WaterConservation #SmallTownAmerica #FiscalResponsibility #CommunityVoice
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