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The Break Room

City of St. Augustine

Whether working in an office cubicle, on a factory floor or along the aisles of a retail store, time spent in the break room is usually a quiet time, away from pressure, away from work routines and often a place where co-workers can converse in a relaxed environment. That’s the idea behind the WFCF/Flagler College Radio program, The Break Room (TBR).

Hosted by Communications Manager Melissa Wissel, the 15-minute weekly program offers a behind-the-scenes look at the day-to-day operations of city government through conversations with city employees who do the work every day.
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  • 31 episodes
  • weekly
  • Avg 15 min
  • English
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  • Tuesday · 14 min

    Marcus Pinson, Mobility Program Manager, November 3, 2026

    November 3, 2026  |  In this episode of The Break Room, Mobility Program Manager Marcus Pinson to discusses the return of St. Augustine’s bike share program, launching November 6. He also explores the expanded STAR Circulator service, including new...

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  • October 27 · 13 min

    Pat Harvey, Marine Officer, October 27, 2026

    In this episode of The Break Room, host Melissa Wissel sits down with St. Augustine Police Department Marine Operations Officer Pat Harvey as he reflects on his years of service and prepares for a new leadership role with the Flagler Beach Police...

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  • October 20 · 15 min

    Jacob Pickering, FDOT Community Outreach Specialist, October 20, 2026

    October 20, 2026  |  FDOT Community Outreach Specialist Jacob Pickering joins Melissa Wissel on The Break Room to explain how transportation projects are planned and share updates on the King Street Bridge rehabilitation, upcoming pedestrian safety...

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  • October 13 · 13 min

    Rachel Murphy, Communications Specialist, October 13, 2026

    October 13, 2026  |  Communications Specialist Rachel Murphy joins Melissa Wissel on The Break Room to preview Florida Cities Week, including discussions with department directors, a Fish Island walking tour, and a police vehicle show-and-tell. She...

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  • October 6 · 15 min

    Abby Pedigo, Fire Marshal, October 6, 2026

    St. Augustine Fire Marshal Abby Pedigo joins Melissa Wissel for Fire Prevention Month to discuss lithium-ion battery safety, safe charging practices, and warning signs of battery damage. She also shares reminders about smoke alarms, home escape plans,...

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  • September 29 · 15 min

    Vicky Oakes, Supervisor of Elections, September 29, 2026

    In this episode of The Break Room, host Melissa Wissel talks with St. Johns County Supervisor of Elections Vicky Oakes about preparing for the upcoming General Election. They cover voter registration deadlines, vote-by-mail, early voting, Election Day...

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  • September 22 · 15 min

    Kristin Odom, Events and Venue Coordinator, Part 2, September22, 2026

    September 22, 2026  |  In this episode of The Break Room, Events and Venue Coordinator Kristin Odom highlights the City of St. Augustine’s rentable public spaces, including Francis Field, the Plaza gazebo, Galimore Center, Eddie Vickers Park, Lightner...

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  • September 15 · 16 min

    Jaime D. Perkins, Community Services Director, September 15,2026

    September 15 2026 | Community Services Director Jaime D. Perkins returns to The Break Room to celebrate Redevelopment Week and highlight the work happening across the City of St. Augustine’s three Community Redevelopment Areas: Lincolnville, Historic...

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  • September 8 · 13 min

    Kristin Odom, Events and Venue Coordinator, September 8, 2026

    September 8, 2026 | Events and Venue Coordinator Kristin Odom discusses her first year with the City of St. Augustine and the behind-the-scenes work that goes into coordinating events such as Light-Up! Night and Fireworks Over the Matanzas. She also...

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  • September 1 · 15 min

    Jaime D. Perkins, Community Services Director, September 1, 2026

    September 1, 2026 | Community Services Director Jaime D. Perkins discusses the City of St. Augustine’s updated Terms of Use for Public Property Events Manual, which brings information about event venues, reservations, fees, and requirements together...

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  • August 25 · 15 min

    Morganne Lanni, Code Enforcement Officer, August 25, 2026

    August 25, 2026  |  Code Enforcement Officer Morganne Lanni discusses how St. Augustine’s enforcement program has expanded, particularly around short-term rentals, with common issues including noise, trash, parking, rental density, permitting, and...

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  • August 11 · 14 min

    Barb Moore, Deputy Director, August 11, 2026

    This episode of The Break Room features Deputy Director of General Services Barb Moore discussing the City of St. Augustine’s plans to improve public restrooms, including a proposed major expansion at the Casa, renovations at City Hall, and future...

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  • August 4 · 16 min

    Reuben Franklin, Assistant City Manager, August 4, 2026

    August 4, 2026  |  In this episode of The Break Room, Assistant City Manager Reuben Franklin discusses the City of St. Augustine’s newly adopted vehicle-for-hire and franchise ordinances, which reorganize regulations, establish operator caps,...

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  • July 28 · 14 min

    Buddy Schauland, Building Official, July 28, 2026

    July 28, 2026  |  In this episode of The Break Room, Building Official Buddy Schauland explains Florida’s new House Bill 803, which creates limited residential building permit exemptions for certain home improvement projects under $7,500. He clarifies...

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  • July 21 · 15 min

    Marcus Pinson, Mobility Manager, July 21, 2026

    Marcus Pinson returns to The Break Room to discuss his transition from Utilities to the City of St. Augustine’s new Mobility Manager, sharing updates on the nearly completed Sevilla Street reconstruction, Fourth of July parking and shuttle operations,...

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  • July 14 · 15 min

    Vicky Oakes, St Johns County Supervisor of Elections, July 14, 2026

    This episode of The Break Room features St. Johns County Supervisor of Elections Vicky Oakes, who explains key details about the upcoming August 18 primary election, including open primary races, important registration and vote-by-mail deadlines,...

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  • July 7 · 14 min

    Officer Pat Harvey, Marine Operations, July 7, 2026

    July, 7, 2026 |  In this episode of The Break Room, St. Augustine Police Department Marine Operations Officer Pat Harvey shares essential boating safety tips for the busy summer season, covering heat-related risks, boating laws, required safety...

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  • June 30 · 15 min

    Fire Chief Carlos Aviles, June 30, 2026

    June 30, 2026  |  In this episode of The Break Room, St. Augustine Fire Chief Carlos Aviles joins Communications Director Melissa Wissel to discuss fire safety, hurricane preparedness, and the ongoing King Street Bridge detour. Chief Aviles shares...

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  • June 23 · 15 min

    Police Chief Jon Marston, June 23, 2026

    June 23, 2026  |  In this episode of The Break Room, St. Augustine Police Chief Jon Marston discusses his transition into the chief’s role, reflects on his 17-year career with the department, and shares how regional law enforcement partnerships help...

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