The Update GP

The Update GP, May 8, 2026

In our latest edition of The Update GP podcast, City Manager Aaron Cubic’s guests are Fire Chief Jimmy Sanchez and Councilor Kathleen Krohn.  Chief Sanchez discusses a $296,000 Community Wildfire Risk Reduction grant from the office of the Oregon State Fire Marshal that will pay for helping residents of Grants Pass create defensible space around their homes to help protect against wildfire. Residents wishing to participate in the defensible space program can send an email to firedefense@grantspassoregon.gov [firedefense@grantspassoregon.gov], or call 541-450-6200. Application will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis, and will focus on the most at-risk areas in the city. Councilor Krohn gives an update from the latest City Council meeting, as well as brief updates about Parker’s Place and the Owl Plaza. If you have questions for the mayor or a city councilor, you may contact them at mayorcouncil@grantspassoregon.gov. Questions for our City Manager can be asked at acubic@grantspassoregon.gov

The Update GP, March 20, 2026

In our latest edition of The Update GP podcast, City Manager Aaron Cubic’s guest is Councilor Indra Nicholas, recapping the latest City Council meeting and discussing notable items on a future agenda. If you have questions for the mayor or a city councilor, you may contact them at mayorcouncil@grantspassoregon.gov [mayorcouncil@grantspassoregon.gov]. Questions for our City Manager can be asked at acubic@grantspassoregon.gov [acubic@grantspassoregon.gov]  The Update GP is available on all major podcast streaming platforms and on the City’s YouTube page.

The Update GP, March 6, 2026

In our latest edition of The Update GP podcast, City Manager Aaron Cubic’s guests are Bradley Clark, Director of Community Development, Wade Elliott, Assistant Director of Public Works, and Councilor Joel King. Bradley and Wade discuss the Owl Plaza project, and Aaron and Joel discuss the latest City Council meeting. If you have questions for the mayor or a city councilor, you may contact them at mayorcouncil@grantspassoregon.gov [mayorcouncil@grantspassoregon.gov]. Questions for our City Manager can be asked at acubic@grantspassoregon.gov [acubic@grantspassoregon.gov]

The Update GP, February 5, 2026

In our latest edition of The Update GP podcast, City Manager Aaron Cubic’s guest is Councilor Joel King. Aaron and Joel discuss the latest City Council meeting. If you have questions for the mayor or a city councilor, you may contact them at mayorcouncil@grantspassoregon.gov [mayorcouncil@grantspassoregon.gov]. Questions for our City Manager can be asked at acubic@grantspassoregon.gov [acubic@grantspassoregon.gov]  The Update GP is available on all major podcast streaming platforms and on the City’s YouTube page.

The Update GP, January 22, 2026

In our latest edition of The Update GP podcast, City Manager Aaron Cubic’s guests are Councilor Seth Benham and Kimberly Gasperson, Customer Service Supervisor. Aaron and Seth discuss the latest City Council meeting, including the resolution creating a Small Business Taskforce, and public opinion on replacing the fly-fishing practice pond with a pump track at Reinhart Volunteer Park. Kimberly discusses new features of the online bill payment system and gives detailed information regarding the City Services bill that customers receive, as well as options for those who might benefit from financial assistance. If you have questions for the mayor or a city councilor, you may contact them at mayorcouncil@grantspassoregon.gov [mayorcouncil@grantspassoregon.gov]. Questions for our City Manager can be asked at acubic@grantspassoregon.gov [acubic@grantspassoregon.gov]