The Break Room

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 Department. Harvey shares memorable experiences, discusses the importance of teamwork in law enforcement, and offers seasonal boating safety tips.

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 improvements near the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, and traffic changes following the bridge’s reopening.

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 also shares how residents can stay informed through the City’s social media and News and Notes newsletter.

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, and holiday cooking safety.

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 polling locations, sample ballots, and how voters can check or update their information at VoteSJC.gov