S6 - E3: Lisa McDonald -Communications Manager - City of Oveido, FL

Episode Summary:  In this conversation, Lisa McDonald shares an intriguing story about a five-foot alligator discovered in a storm drain, highlighting the unexpected wildlife encounters that can occur in urban settings. She discusses how the video of this discovery went viral on social media, emphasizing the impact of engaging content in public works and community awareness.

Lisa's BIO; Lisa McDonald studied Radio and Television Communications at the University of Central Florida, graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree.  Lisa started her career in local radio before moving to television news, where she worked for 19 years. She was an assignment editor at WKMG Ch 6 and FOX 35 news, handling breaking news, sending crews to scenes, and scheduling stories. Lisa transitioned to Public Information, starting at the City of Mount Dora in 2017, before moving on to Orange County Fire Rescue as lead PIO.  She is currently the Communications Manager for the City of Oviedo and began working there two weeks before Hurricane Nicole hit Central Florida. Lisa’s specialties include document remediation, videography, and writing. Lisa was born just outside Washington, DC, and raised in Winter Park, Florida. She lives in Oviedo and has always loved the community she now serves. She has a son in the Navy. She and her long-time partner have a cat named Gary, and she also teaches yoga on the side. She has been a yoga instructor since 2010 and can honestly say she is passionate about municipal communications.

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