Wildfire, Weeds, and the Work Behind the Trails

Wildfire, Weeds, and the Work Behind the Trails

Park City manages almost 6,000 acres of open space, and keeping it healthy is a year-round job. In this episode of PCCast, we sit down with Joe Sipe and Adam Smath from the City's Trails and Open Space team to talk wildfire risk, forest health, invasive weeds, and what the community can do to help. Your Barn Door is Open tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/your-barn-door-is-open-tickets-1986016647254?aff=erelexpmlt&fbclid=IwY2xjawSOkQJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFiUmpSbjF6d2FnSGdnWEN3c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHoX9zVWBB5SUdBmUMHFcmCZiLYxbyWfsEfMp-vZGmzdXPjYQMNfhqO8H1N-D_aem_qpmZE9UcJvURKpTyq7I5OQ [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/your-barn-door-is-open-tickets-1986016647254?aff=erelexpmlt&fbclid=IwY2xjawSOkQJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFiUmpSbjF6d2FnSGdnWEN3c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHoX9zVWBB5SUdBmUMHFcmCZiLYxbyWfsEfMp-vZGmzdXPjYQMNfhqO8H1N-D_aem_qpmZE9UcJvURKpTyq7I5OQ]

Preserving Park City's Past

In this episode of PCCast, we talk with Brian Buck, project manager with the Friends of Ski Mountain Mining History, about ongoing work to preserve Park City's iconic mining structures scattered across the mountains. Then we sit down with Lola Beatlebrox, a member of City's Historic Preservation Board, to discuss the role of local government in preserving historic properties.

Local Waste Reduction & E-bike Etiquette

In this episode of PCCast, we sit down with Park City's Director of Lands and Sustainability, Luke Cartin, to break down the proposed waste reduction ordinance. Then, Trails and Open Space Coordinator Billy Kurek and Transportation Planner Anna Maki join us to talk e-bikes: the rules on the trail today and the questions the City is planning around for tomorrow. Notes: Additional details on the proposed local waste reduction ordinance [https://parkcity.gov/departments/environmental-sustainability/recycling-and-zero-waste/waste-reduction-ordinance]. E-bike regulations in Park City [https://parkcity.gov/departments/trails-open-space/rules-regulations/e-bikes]. Park City Municipal and Rocky Mountain Power are undergrounding high-voltage transmission lines in the Bonanza Park area. Work is underway on Kearns Boulevard and continues through mid-May. Drivers should expect lane reductions and detours during this period. More information can be found on the Transmission Line Undergrounding page [https://www.parkcity.gov/about-us/bonanza-park-area-projects/transmission-line-undergrounding]. Park City Transit transitioned to its spring service schedule on Sunday, April 5. Visit the Park City Transit website [https://parkcity.gov/departments/transit-bus/routes-schedules] for routes, schedules, and trip planning.

Dispatches from Italy — Plus, Meet Molly Miller

This month on PCCast, we hear from two people who were on the ground in Italy for the 2026 Winter Olympics. City Councilmember Tana Toly was part of Park City's observer delegation, and Jennifer Wesselhoff, President and CEO of the Park City Chamber, made the trip as well. Together, they share what it was like to be inside an Olympic host city — and what those lessons mean for Park City as Utah prepares for 2034. Then, we sit down with Molly Miller, who was recently appointed to the Park City Council. Molly discusses her career background, what she loves about her neighborhood, Prospector, and her philosophy for public service.

From 2002 to 2034: What the Olympics Mean for Park City

In this episode of PCCast, we look back at the legacy of the 2002 Winter Games, what state leaders are learning from the 2026 event in Italy, and how those lessons are shaping preparations for 2034 in Utah. Tom Kelly, communications lead for the Utah 2034 Organizing Committee, shares insight on Park City athletes to watch this month and what local leaders are learning on the ground as part of the International Olympic Committee's Observers Program. Former Park City Mayor Dana Williams reflects on the unique challenges and civic pride of hosting in 2002, from City Hall operations to the global spotlight.