Podcasts about city clerk

Marc Garofalo, the City Clerk, is the man who keeps Derby running, so of course we had to include him in our schedule for the WICC Brown Roofing Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour!

Mayor Gary Iocco will be joined by Emily Mallon, dministrativeSupport Manager & Melissa Hill, City Clerk, for the City of Red Wing Government!

Kewanee Mayor Gary Moore and newly appointed City Manager Kasey Mitchell joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about the decision to offer the role to the first-ever female, Kasey Mitchell. Kewanee has named Kasey Mitchell as its new City Manager after a period serving in the interim role. Mayor Gary Moore spoke highly of Mitchell's transition, explaining that while she was initially hesitant to take the permanent position, her confidence grew with support from staff and council. Mayor Moore emphasized the city's open application process and expressed pride in hiring Kewanee's first female city manager, describing the decision as the easiest of his tenure. Mitchell highlighted the strength of her team and the importance of collaboration, organization, and leadership. The city will now seek a part-time City Clerk to fill her previous post.

Northfield City Administrator Ben Martig and City Clerk Lynette Peterson talk last night's city council work session, where topics included budgeting processes and upcoming elections. 

Next Tuesday, April 7 is the Spring Election in Wisconsin. On today's show, host Ali Muldrow is in conversation with two local election officials: Madison City Clerk, Lydia McComas, and Dane County Clerk, Scott McDonell. They talk about absentee and early voting, voter turnout, and the vicious environment around elections created by the Trump administration. McDonell says that Madison is the gold standard for early voting in the state. That's because the city has made early voting available at libraries even at night and on the weekends. He says that this measure has increased voting by 3-4%, especially engaging the casual voters out there. He's noticed an increase in-person early voting this year, closer to pre-pandemic levels. McComas discusses the quick turnaround between the Spring Primary in February and the Spring Election in April and all the work that her office does to make this quick transition seamless. She says that no matter how you cast your ballot, it will be counted in Madison and that she's working to rebuild trust after 193 ballots went uncounted in 2024.  They reassure listeners that our local elections are safe and secure, despite the erosion of trust in voting that the Trump administration has fostered. And they talk about efforts to help students engaged in voting, how they have been threatened at their jobs, increasing access to voting for the elderly and eligible voters in Dane County jails, and the importance of showing gratitude to poll workers. If you want to find your polling place, register to vote, or learn what's on your ballot, go to myvote.wi.gov.  Lydia McComas is Madison's City Clerk. She graduated from the University of Minnesota with a degree in political science. She holds a graduate certificate in election administration from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs. Her previous role was as Voter Engagement Division Manager with Hennepin County in Minnesota. Scott McDonell has served as the Dane County Clerk since he was first elected in 2013. In 2014, McDonell became the first clerk in Wisconsin to issue a same-sex marriage license, and he is the only clerk in the country to oversee two presidential recounts in 2016 and 2020. Featured image of a polling sign courtesy of WORT. Did you enjoy this story? Your funding makes great, local journalism like this possible. Donate hereThe post Thank Goodness for Local Election Clerks appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.

Host: Ann Luther, League of Women Voters of Maine Production Assistance: Linda Washburn, Joel Mann Democracy Forum: Participatory Democracy, encouraging citizens to take an active role in government and politics. This month: Maine has some of the best-run, highest-turnout elections in the country. We want to hold onto that, so we're taking election threats seriously. We'll talk about how elections work now and why we should be confident in our elections. But we'll also talk about what can go wrong and how we can prepare. Guest/s: Shenna Bellows, Maine Secretary of State. Patti DuBois, City Clerk, Waterville, Maine. Archon Fung, Director of the Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation, and the Winthrop Laflin McCormack Professor of Citizenship and Self-Government at the Harvard Kennedy School. To learn more about this topic: Visit LWVME.org About the host: Ann Luther currently serves as Treasurer of the League of Women Voters of Maine and leads the LWVME Advocacy Team. She served as President of LWVME from 2003 to 2007 and as co-president from 2007-2009. The post Democracy Forum 3/20/26: Constitutional Crisis: All Hands on Deck to Protect Our Elections first appeared on WERU 89.9 FM Blue Hill, Maine Local News and Public Affairs Archives.

Host Amy Stasiewicz recaps the March 17 City Council meeting. Krista Power, City Clerk and Returning Officer for the 2026 Municipal Election, stops by the Minutes studio to share insights on voting, candidate information, and how to get involved this fall.

Wausau's City Clerk is leaving in April for another job. This is a good time to review mistakes that were made in Wausau's absentee ballot drop box controversy. More with Chris Conley on the WSAU Wisconsin Morning News.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a text and chime in!The City of Prescott Civic Enhancement Committee is now accepting grant applications from eligible non-profit organizations in accordance with the will of J.S. Acker. Non-profit organizations that promote “…music and parks, especially for the children of Prescott…” are encouraged to apply for funding for Fiscal Year 2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027). The application filing deadline is 5:00 p.m. Friday, March 13, 2026. Applications are available on the City of Prescott website at: https://www.prescott-az.gov/board/civic-enhancement-committee/ For additional information please contact the City Clerk's Office at 928-777-1437 or city.clerk@prescott-az.gov Catch up with more Local News Stories on Signals A Z.com. Subscribe... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/prescott-committee-accepting-grant-applications/Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

On this episode, we talk with Felicia Brannen. As the City Clerk, Felicia tells us about her role and essential local government knowledge we all should have to be well informed citizens. Plus, we get Ricky's thoughts on being the Chamber Man of the Year and how he acknowledged most everyone in the community in his speech with one major exception! Was it intentional? Find out on Thomasville Insights!

WORT 89.9FM Madison · New Madison City Clerk Has Hands Full with Election Prep Lydia McComas, Madison's new City Clerk has only been on the job for seven months, but she already has her hands full.  McComas' predecessor, Maribeth Witzel-Behl, resigned in April of 2025 amid investigations into 193 misplaced and uncounted absentee ballots in the November, 2024 elections.  Since then, Witzel-Behl and the City of Madison, in response to a lawsuit by disenfranchised voters, have made the novel argument that absentee voting is a privilege, not a right.  Meanwhile, on February 12, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility or SAVE Act, which, if approved by the U.S. Senate, would require proof of U.S. citizenship before registering to vote.  To top it all off, President Trump has spoken of trying to nationalize the election process in states like Wisconsin and has threatened to send Department of Homeland Security agents to the polls, allegedly to conduct sweeps for undocumented immigrants.  So, with all that background, we thought we'd check in with Lydia McComas, and see how the city's getting ready for what promises to be a rollercoaster of an election season.  Lydia McComas spoke with Monday Buzz host Brian Standing on February 16, 2026. Madison City Clerk Lydia McComas(Photo courtesy Lydia McComas) City of Madison polling place (photo by Chali Pittman / WORT News) Did you enjoy this story? Your funding makes great, local journalism like this possible. Donate hereThe post New Madison City Clerk has Hands Full with Election Prep appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.

Sherwood Armbruster is the City's Senior Election Official and Manager of Strategic Initiatives. He explains how Winnipeg runs safe, fair civic elections. [08:14] In October 2026, we will be back at the polls to vote for one Mayor, 15 Councillors, and 52 School Trustees. Planning starts a year ahead for the city's biggest one‑day event. Everyone in the City Clerk's office has a role to play on Election Day. Additionally, over 2,000 temporary workers are hired to operate the 198 polling locations across the city. He touches on the checks in place at polling stations and how he challenges false claims. [16:20] Members of his team take ballots to hospitals and seniors' homes to ensure as many people as possible can exercise their right to vote. With new tools like digital poll books, the goal is to make the act of voting quicker and easier. Voters can do their part by checking to see if they're on the voters list (winnipeg.ca/voterslist) and using the advance voting polls in October.   This podcast is recorded in Treaty One Territory, the home and traditional lands of the Anishinaabe, Ininew, and Dakota peoples, and in the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. We acknowledge that our drinking water comes from Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, in Treaty Three Territory.   What programs and services impact you the most? Email us at city-podcast@winnipeg.ca with suggestions for future episodes.---------------Sherwood, du Bureau du greffierSherwood Armbruster est le fonctionnaire électoral principal et le gestionnaire des initiatives stratégiques de la Ville. Il explique comment Winnipeg organise des élections municipales sûres et équitables. [08:14] En octobre 2026, nous voterons pour pourvoir un poste de maire, 15 postes de conseillers municipaux et 52 postes de commissaires d'écoles. Les préparatifs commencent un an à l'avance pour la plus importante activité d'une journée de la ville. Tout le monde au Bureau du greffier a un rôle à jouer le jour des élections. De plus, plus de 2 000 travailleurs temporaires sont embauchés pour exploiter les 198 bureaux de scrutin de la ville. Sherwood nous parle des contrôles en vigueur dans les bureaux de scrutin et de la façon dont il conteste les fausses déclarations. [16:20] Les membres de son équipe distribuent des bulletins de vote dans les hôpitaux et les foyers pour personnes âgées pour que le plus grand nombre possible de personnes puissent exercer leur droit de vote. De nouveaux outils comme des registres du scrutin numériques permettront à la population de voter plus rapidement et facilement. Les électeurs peuvent faire leur part en vérifiant si leur nom figure sur la liste électorale (winnipeg.ca/listeelectorale) et en votant par anticipation en octobre.Ce balado est enregistré sur le territoire visé par le Traité no 1, le berceau et territoire traditionnel des peuples anishinaabe, ininew et dakota, et les terres ancestrales nationales des Métis de la Rivière-Rouge. Nous reconnaissons que notre eau potable provient de la Première Nation Shoal Lake, no 40, qui est située sur le territoire visé par le Traité no 3. Quels programmes et services vous touchent le plus? Envoyez-nous un courriel à city-podcast@winnipeg.ca pour nous donner des suggestions pour les épisodes à venir.

Mayor Gary Moore and City Clerk Kasey Mitchell joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to discuss the city manager form of government, the approval to recruit a new city manager, a temporary city manager, and the new electronic delivery of water bills. Kewanee's city council has begun the search for a new city manager, following recent discussions about the city's government structure. Officials say they're committed to maintaining the city manager system, which provides consistency and professional expertise, instead of switching to a strong mayor model. The recruiting firm MGT has been hired to lead the search, focusing on candidates with strong communication and social skills. In the meantime, City Clerk Casey continues to fill the role temporarily but has announced she isn't interested in the position full-time. Residents are also encouraged to sign up for emailed water bills to avoid recent postal delays. Discussion continues in Kewanee over the city's form of government, following the appointment of a temporary city manager. City leaders explain that the current city manager system was established by public referendum, and any reversal back to a strong mayor model would require another citywide vote. Supporters argue that a city manager brings stability, professional training, and consistency to local administration. Switching to a strong mayor system would mean increased costs, heightened political turnover, and practical barriers for potential mayoral candidates, particularly younger working residents. City officials emphasize that nonpartisan governance reduces political influence and serves the community more effectively. The city council has begun its official search for a new city manager, following a work session where members outlined key qualities they want in a candidate. The recruiting firm, MGT, will guide the process, starting with an in-depth call to clarify council expectations and any challenges facing the city. Council members emphasized the need for strong communication and social skills, pointing out that the city manager must collaborate with a broad range of partners—from residents to state agencies. Next steps include creating a detailed job description and launching the formal application and interview process in the coming weeks. James Webb has stepped down from his position as finance director, submitting his resignation to pursue other opportunities. For now, the city has appointed an interim replacement, with leadership expressing confidence in this individual's ability to manage the department. Officials are taking a wait-and-see approach to determine whether the current temporary arrangement could become permanent or if a broader recruitment effort will be necessary. The final decision may be influenced by the incoming city manager, who will likely play a significant role in selecting the next full-time finance director. For now, city operations continue smoothly under capable interim leadership. Residents are urged to keep an eye out for water bills, as recent postal delays have caused late deliveries. The water department is launching an initiative to email bills directly, ensuring same-day receipt. Paper copies remain available upon request. Those who sign up for emailed bills will be automatically entered into a drawing to win a one-time $100 credit on their water bill. The signup process is simple: a link to a Google form will be shared on the town's website and Facebook page

Amber Cabrera. Senior Assistant to the City Manager for City of Fort Lauderdale, Florida and Maylee De Jesús, City Clerk for the City of Boynton Beach, Florida joined to podcast to discuss increasing representation in local government. They shared recent efforts they have worked on for Latinos in Florida Local Government, advice for the next generation, and how to get involved with the Local Government Hispanic Network. This episode was recorded at the 2025 ICMA Annual Conference in Tampa, FL. Host: Meredith Reynolds

Host Ali Muldrow is joined by Madison's new City Clerk, Lydia McComas, to talk about her role in making sure our local elections are accurate and secure. The post Get to Know Lydia McComas, Madison's New City Clerk appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.

Send us a text and chime in!Included in this release is a link to the Yavapai County's Unofficial City of Prescott Election Results, Unofficial Election Results, and below is a summary of the preliminary unofficial numbers as provided to the City Clerk's Office by the Elections Department. City Council Three 4-Year Seats: Henry Ebarb II – 6,920 Votes Mary Frederickson – 8,743 Votes Robert “Jim” Garing – 8,853 Votes Greg Lazzell – 5,896 Votes Jay Ruby – 7,223 Votes Based on Prescott City Charter Article IX, Section 9 “the candidates equal in number to the persons to be elected who shall receive the highest number of... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/preliminary-unofficial-election-numbers-released-for-prescott/Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

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Lesley Milton, Deputy City Manager for the City of St. Helena, California, joined the podcast to talk about her passion for public service. She discussed her prior positions as a City Clerk and her experience working in small cities. She also discussed recent projects and initiatives and the City St. Helena's Community Academy. Host: Meredith Reynolds

This week on the most popular public affairs podcast in San Diego: Nathan Fletcher reappeared. We’ll review his first public comments since he went from the most prominent politician in San Diego to just gone. San Diego Unified School District is changing some kindergarten through 8th grade schools to just kindergarten through fifth grade.They’ve already backtracked on one. Is this the beginning of many years of these tough conversations? And joining us today to talk about the city of San Diego is its city council president Joe LaCava. It was a big week of new fees, new minimum wage and a plan to protect people from ICE. SHOW NOTES SEGMENT 1 - POLITIFEST Buy Your Tickets for Politifest 2025 Politifest is back on Oct. 4, and this won’t be our usual public affairs summit. This year, we’re bringing together community leaders to go head-to-head in our first ever Solutions Showdown. Hear their ideas and cast your vote on which proposals you think could solve the biggest issues facing San Diego. Save on tickets with early bird pricing at vosd.org/politifest SEGMENT 2 - LA CAVA - FLETCHER Politics Report: Good Luck, Council President The San Diego City Council chose Joe LaCava as its new president Tuesday. It was a recognition of LaCava’s decency and his efforts to position himself between the poles of this all-Democratic City Council. And it was a win for Mayor Todd Gloria. Gloria told us on the podcast that he didn’t have a preference for who got the Council president role. Maybe, but Gloria’s team sure did and they were pleased with LaCava.by Jakob McWhinney - December 4, 2024 Morning Report: Fletcher’s Accuser Files Complaint Against His Wife Nathan Fletcher’s accuser is asking a court to protect her from his wife, Lorena Gonzalez. Grecia Figueroa filed a civil harassment restraining order request against Gonzalez on Monday, just days after Fletcher made his first public appearance since the abrupt end of his political career in 2023, when Figueroa accused him of sexual harassment SEGMENT 3 - SDUSD CLOSING SCHOOLS - THE CITY’S MINIMUM WAGE DEAL The Learning Curve: San Diego Unified May Reverse One K-8 Closure News that the district would axe middle school grades from four of its K-8 schools elicited significant pushback from some families. Now, district leaders may walk back one closure. Politics Report: Minimum Wage Dealmaking Wraps Up Recently a poll circulated gauging the public’s interest in an initiative to repeal the new trash fee the city of San Diego implemented. I don’t know yet who did the poll but just that it was out there may have been the point. The message: We can hit back. Big hotels, SeaWorld, the Padres all… SEGMENT 4 - PARKING AT BALBOA - CITY ORDINANCE TO PROTECT SAN DIEGANS FROM “LAWLESS FEDERAL AGENTS” Morning Report: No More Free Parking at Balboa Balboa Park visitors can forget about free parking. The San Diego City Council on Monday OK’d parking fees for Balboa Park. They agreed to delay charging for parking until city staff develop frequent visitor passes, but that move could cost the city millions. Councilmembers dropped some parking rates for residents and increased rates for tourists… From NBC San Diego: City, county leaders unveil proposed ordinance aimed at federal enforcement actions The Due Process and Safety Ordinance seeks to put safeguards and protections in place in the event of "discriminatory and warrantless federal activity" in local neighborhoods. SEGMENT 5 - CITY SEAL AND FLAG Official City of San Diego Flag Official City of San Diego FlagThe official flag of the City of San Diego was adopted by the City Council on Oct. 16, 1934, when a sample banner was submitted by Albert V. Mayrhofer, on behalf of the California Historical Association, Native Sons of the Golden West, Native Daughters of the Golden West, and The San Diegans. The flag is composed of three vertical bars, from left to right, red, white and gold. In the center white field is the official seal of the City and beneath it the date "1542," the year explorer Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo first entered San Diego Bay and claimed the area for Spain. The use of the three vertical bars is reminiscent of the colors of the flag of Spain, which flew over Cabrillo's ship. Official City of San Diego Seal The official seal of the City of San Diego consists of a coat of arms within a circle. Above the arms are the names of the City and the state, and below the arms is the City’s official motto. official seal of the City of San Diego In 1913, the City Council authorized the City Clerk to invite design submissions for an official seal. The previous seal depicted an outdated cityscape. The winning design was the work of architect Carleton Monroe Winslow (1876-1946). Winslow would go onto design multiple buildings for the Panama-California Exposition in Balboa Park, and the Bishop's School in La Jolla. The new seal was adopted by Resolution 17024 on April 15, 1914. Segment 6 - LA JOLLA SUCCESSION & HOT TAKE La Jollans Are Trying to Divorce San Diego (Again) Since the 1950s San Diegans living in the La Jolla neighborhood have been uncomfortable with their semi-separate status. What they’ve really wanted is to be independent. Every effort thus far has failed – will the latest one be any different? School District Closes PB Park Because of Dog Poop and Holes During the Thursday recording of the Voice of San Diego Podcast, San Diego City Council President Joe LaCava dropped some news: “The joint use field at Crown Point Junior Music Academy is going to be closed to the public because of the dogs and the dog owners that have beaten up the field so badly that it is now unplayable and dangerous for the students.” LaCava predicted more of San Diego Unified’s joint-use fields would close in the future. “I think the school district is finally going to say ‘Enough is enough. We cant risk the health of our students,’” LaCava said. Scott Lewis, CEO and editor in chief at Voice of San Diego. Andrea Lopez-Villafaña, managing editor Bella Ross, social media producer Jakob McWhinney, education reporter and theme music composer. Xavier Vasquez, podcast producer Journalism is integral to a healthy democracy: Support independent, investigative journalism in San Diego County. 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With Calgarians heading out to vote on Oct. 20, what can they expect for the 2025 General Election?  On this episode, we're joined by Kate Martin, City Clerk and Returning Officer, and Andrew Brouwer, Assistant Director of Elections, to find out what it takes to keep Calgary's election running smoothly and safely. From the new local political parties to hand counting votes, we're diving into what's new, different and important for voters. 

Wausau's City Clerk, one of the actors in the ongoing ethics complaint against the mayor, has been named a "rising star" from the state's municipal clerks association. Hmmm. More from Chris Conley on the WSAU Wisconsin Morning News.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when you stop putting pressure on every date and start living like “Vacation You”? For Colleen, it changed everything. In this episode of the Smart Dating Academy Podcast, I sit down with Colleen Sarihan, whose journey is a reminder that love can show up when you least expect it—and often in the most magical ways. Colleen first heard me speak at a women's networking event (hosted by my good pal Anna Valencia, who is now City Clerk of Chicago). During Q & A - someone started their question by saying, "I swear, there are ZERO good men left in Chicago. Every time I leave Chicago, I meet guys everywhere!" I told her that something must be shifting inside of HER that makes her more open & receptive when she LEAVES Chicago -- that it's not a "no guys here" issue! You could hear a silence fill the room. Little did I know that a certain audience member, Colleen, was intently listening to this answer, and it shifted her mindset that DAY. Fast forward a year: Colleen had just lost her job, her landlord was selling her condo, and she had bought a one-way ticket to Rome. With no expectations and nothing to lose, she decided to fire up the dating apps—simply to enjoy good food and new company. That's when she met Vaibhav on Hinge - and was CONSCIOUS about bringing "vacation Colleen" to the date! A year to the day after their first date, they were married—followed by a beautiful summer celebration blending Hindu and Western traditions. You need to hear the whole episode to hear how magical this whole story is!    Today, Colleen and Vaibhav are the proud parents of two wonderful children, after navigating IVF together, and their love story is proof of what can happen when you stay open, playful, and true to yourself.

Here's your local news for Wednesday, August 27, 2025:We'll outline the next steps for a proposal that seeks to strengthen Madison's tree protections,Find out why Madison finance leaders expect the city's operating expenses to go up nearly $24 million next year,Meet Michael Haas, Madison's City Attorney and interim City Clerk,Discuss how labor unions can push back on Trump's authoritarian power grab,Broadcast the most comprehensive weather report on the airwaves,Travel back in time to 1963,And much more.

Here's your local news for Monday, August 18, 2025:We'll find out how the Madison Clerk's Office has to change its election processes following an order from state officials,Meet the three finalists in the running to serve as Madison's next chief of police,Look forward to a new women's soccer team coming to Breese Stevens Field,Share the local government's calendar for the week ahead,Mark the anniversary of a CIA-sponsored coup in Iran,Teach you how to make a popular cocktail,Review a new documentary,And much more.

Whether you realize it or not, the office of the City Clerk is the most visited in the Chicago government. But what does the City Clerk and the office of the clerk do? The answer is a whole lot, including keeping city records, issuing vehicle stickers, and managing dog registrations. City Cast Chicago host Jacoby Cochran sits down with City Clerk of Chicago Anna Valencia to learn more about the office, discuss the City Key and Mobile City Hall initiatives, and ask about what 8 years as clerk have taught her about Chicago. We're doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We'd be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it's only 7 minutes long. You'll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card and City Cast Chicago swag. Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Aug. 11 episode: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Babbel – Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Window Nation Chicago Association of Realtors Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

The Wisconsin Election Commission has harsh words for former Madison City Clerk Maribeth Wetzel-Behl's handling of missing ballots in the 2024 election. Votebeat Wisconsin's Alexander Shur reports. The post City Clerk Baked Cookies While Votes Went Uncounted appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.

Hey, ho, let's go! It's Friday, which means the City Cast Madison team is rounding up the news of the week. First of all, producer Jade Iseri-Ramos digs into a scathing report from the Wisconsin Elections Commission about the Madison City Clerk's office. Then, newsletter editor Rob Thomas crunches the numbers on the UW-Madison's budget and new tuition increase. Finally, host Bianca Martin celebrates an artist and an architect who in their own ways make Madison a beautiful place.  Mentioned on the show: Missing Madison ballots “unconscionable” and a “profound failure,” Wisconsin Elections Commission finds [Wisconsin Public Radio]Wisconsin has a new budget. Here's what UW-Madison will receive. [Daily Cardinal] “Mother and Child” statue unveiled on Madison's east side [WKOW] Darbo Sculpture Unveiling [City of Madison] Sculptor Austen Brantley's “Mother and Child” statue in-process photos  Look back on architect Kenton Peters' most famous projects [WSJ] Muse at Art Fair on the Square  Your Guide to July [City Cast Madison] Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We're also on Instagram!  Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. 

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The City Clerk suspended the online CityKey application on Friday night after ICE subpoenaed three years of records for the ID program often used by immigrants. We discuss how the city responded and other ways the Trump administration is pressuring the city. Plus, we look at Choose Chicago's newest slogan and hear from some City Cast Chicago Neighbors. Heads up! We're having our next members-only event June 25. Become a Neighbor today to get the invite. Good News: Salt Shed Juneteenth Freedom Market Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this June 17 episode: Babbel – Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE 

Send us a textWhile we were on hiatus from producing episodes we had a number of passings that we want to comment on , both nationally, and locally here in the Myrtle Beach area of note. Over the next few days we will have two special editions mixed in with our regular series in order to honor these folks. In this episode we will look back at two people who were very close to me over the past two decades. Former Myrtle Beach City Clerk, Joan Grove , and former Surfside Beach Mayor Bob Childs. Two people who left an indelible mark on our small corner of the world here in South Carolina, where we produce these shows. Joan Grove was the City Clerk for two decades in Myrtle Beach, working with three different City Managers and four Mayors. She was the voice of the City Council every two weeks for our televised meetings as she read all the ordinances into the public record. More than that, Mrs. Grove was beloved by the city employees, elected officials, and residents alike. She took me under her wing when I first arrived as 30 year old councilman with no real travel experience to speak of and she made sure I got where I needed to be. We remained friends long after both of our time with the city was over. We will look back at her in this episode. Bob Childs, served in the United States Capitol long before he moved to Surfside Beach and ran for Council. He had stories to tell about every major figure of the last half of the 20th Century because he had served right beside them as they wandered around the Capitol. He moved to Surfside and became its Mayor, getting its finances in order, and accomplishing great things during his tenure. He was admired by all who knew him and we will be looking back at him in this episode as well. Finally, we will end this show as one of the most fun trivia questions of the age finally comes to a close. John Tyler, the 10th President of the United States who was born in 1790, and he had fifteen children. He had one of them when he was age 63. That son, Lyon Tyler, had a son at the age of 75. Harrison Tyler , who passed away  in June, was born in 1928, and he lived for 97 years. Which became one of the trivia worlds most fun questions. Who was the oldest living grandson of a President? The Tyler  family life spans over three generations that covers 235 years from 1790 to 2025. We will look back at the Tyler family tree as we bid farewell to a very nice man, Harrison Tyler, who I met one day while touring his home in Charles City County, Virginia.  Questions or comments at , Randalrgw1@aol.com , https://twitter.com/randal_wallace , and http://www.randalwallace.com/Please Leave us a review at wherever you get your podcastsThanks for listening!!

Happy Friday! The City Cast Madison team is here with another Friday news roundup — but this time with a twist. Cap Times food and culture editor Lindsay Christians joins the show to give a sneak peek at the Overture Center's 2025-26 season. Newsletter editor Rob Thomas gives an update on Madison's city clerk and executive producer Hayley Sperling digs into the questions surrounding the county's contracts with local nonprofit Urban Triage.   Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We're also on Instagram!  Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads.  Learn more about the sponsors of this April 18th episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Jones Dairy Farm Goodman Community Center District Council of Madison Out Professional Engagement Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephanie Lulay, Executive editor and Co-Founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on: The City Is Waiving Sticker Penalties For Chicago Drivers For All Of April: From April 1-30, the Office of the City Clerk is offering an “Amnesty Month” by waiving late fees and […]

March 25, 2025 City Club event description: Join us for a discussion with City of Chicago Clerk Anna M. Valencia, who has led one of the city's largest offices since 2017, serving over 1.2 million residents and generating $130 million annually. Valencia has focused on making government more accessible through innovative initiatives like the $3.5 […]

It's been a rough week for the City Clerk's office. With investigations underway and its leader put on leave, City Cast Madison host Bianca Martin outlines the events that got us here. Speaking of investigations, executive producer Hayley Sperling gives the latest on a federal inquiry into alleged antisemitism at UW-Madison and other universities across the country. But it's not all bad news this week — our snowplows have names! Plus, newsletter editor Rob Thomas has the details on all the St. Paddy's Day fun happening this weekend in Madison. Sláinte! Mentioned on the show: Witzel-Behl placed on leave three weeks before spring election [Isthmus] UW-Madison update on Title VI complaint [UW-Madison] Federal Funding Cuts Could Be “Disastrous” for UW [

Here's your local news for Wednesday, March 12, 2025:We sit down with Madison's interim city clerk, appointed to the job just three weeks before Election Day,Meet an alder candidate who says the city needs a stronger lobby in the state Legislature,Learn how UW-Madison leaders are preparing for federal cost-cutting measures,Broadcast the most comprehensive weather report on the airwaves,Travel back in time to 1967,And much more.

618Now Podcast: Candidate Forum – O'Fallon City Clerk As part of our commitment to keeping O'Fallon informed, The 618Now Podcast is hosting a Candidate Forum featuring those running for contested elected positions. This special episode provides voters with a closer look at each candidate's qualifications, priorities, and vision for the role.  Listen now to hear from Caroline Malare, Candidate for O'Fallon City Clerk Learn More at ofallonchamber.com/618nowforums

618Now Podcast: Candidate Forum – O'Fallon City Clerk As part of our commitment to keeping O'Fallon informed, The 618Now Podcast is hosting a Candidate Forum featuring those running for contested elected positions. This special episode provides voters with a closer look at each candidate's qualifications, priorities, and vision for the role.  Listen now to hear from Jerry Mouser, Candidate for O'Fallon City Clerk Learn More at ofallonchamber.com/618nowforums

Madison's City Clerk's office misplaced 193 ballots on election day. Now, some of those voters whose ballots went uncounted are filing a class-action lawsuit against the city. A proposed bill in the state Assembly would require parental permission for students to use names at school that don't align with their biological sex. And, a stranded boat along the shores of Lake Michigan has become the one of the newest Wisconsin pop culture landmarks.

Fort Wayne City Clerk, Lana Keesling, joined Fort Wayne's Morning News to share the news after receiving the nod to lead the Republican party in the state of Indiana. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new clerk and former alderman discusses the office and his approach to the job.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text messageS.10 E.24 In an American city, the public recently received the news that nearly 200 absentee ballots from the November 2024 election remained unprocessed and uncounted. In this episode, I discuss the matter.ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public policy professional, and speaker. He has experience serving in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors in United States and overseas. Anam earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and a Master of Public Affairs degree from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Tawsif Anam's opinions have been published by national, state, and local publications in the United States, such as USA Today, Washington Examiner, The Washington Times, The Western Journal, The Boston Globe, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Wisconsin State Journal, The Capital Times, and The Dodgeville Chronicle. His writings have also appeared in major publications in Bangladesh including, but not limited to, The Daily Star and The Financial Express. Visit my website www.tawsifanam.net Visit my blog: https://tawsifanam.net/blog/ Read my published opinions: https://tawsifanam.net/published-articles/ Check out my books: https://tawsifanam.net/books/

The City of Saxman fills vacancies for both a Village Public Safety Officer and City Clerk; also, the Alaska Marine Highway System releases new details for their long term plan; and a look at Sitka's Indigenous People's Day celebration.

CTL Script/ Top Stories of August 31st    Publish Date: August 31st    From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast    Today is Saturday, August 31st and Happy 79th Birthday to Van Morrison ***08.31.24 – BIRTHDAY – VAN MORRISON*** I'm Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.  Waleska Taking Applications for City Clerk and Manager Position Canton Resident Wins $1 Million in Powerball Drawing Woodstock Rotary Donates $1,500 to Oak Grove Elementary   We'll have all this and more coming up on the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast, and if you're looking for Community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!    Commercial: CU of GA STORY 1:  Waleska Taking Applications for City Clerk and Manager Position The city of Waleska is hiring a new city clerk/manager as Robyn Smith steps down for health reasons but will continue in an office clerk role. The city is currently interviewing candidates and accepting applications for the position. The city clerk/manager oversees record-keeping, budget preparation, election coordination, and serves as a liaison between the public, mayor, and city council. Salary details will be discussed during interviews. For more information or to apply, visit cityofwaleska.com or email rsmith@cityofwaleska.com. STORY 2:  Canton Resident Wins $1 Million in Powerball Drawing A Canton resident won $1 million in the Aug. 28 Powerball drawing with a ticket bought on the Georgia Lottery mobile app, while a Fort Stewart resident won $100,000 with another ticket from the app. The winning numbers were 5-33-47-50-64 with the Powerball 20 and a Power Play of 2X. The $1 million ticket matched the first five numbers but not the Powerball, while the $100,000 ticket matched four numbers plus the Powerball, with the prize doubled due to the 2X Power Play. Winners have 180 days to claim their prizes, and proceeds support education in Georgia. For details, visit www.galottery.com. STORY 3:  Woodstock Rotary Donates $1,500 to Oak Grove Elementary The Rotary Club of Woodstock recently donated $1,500 to Oak Grove Elementary STEAM Academy in Cherokee County to help purchase school supplies for the upcoming year. The Rotary Club was named Oak Grove Elementary's Partner of the Year for 2024 in recognition of their support. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info.    Back in a moment  Break: DRAKE   STORY 4:  Cherokee County Student's Research Published in Science Journal Cherokee County School District student Manasa Shankar, a junior at Woodstock High School, has been published in the *Journal of Student Research* with her paper on chronic stress and cancer development. Supported by advisors from Wayne State University, Gifted Gabber, and the University of Southeastern Philippines, Shankar's research is accessible online. She is also recognized for her project on combating antibiotic resistance, which earned her a prize at the Georgia Science and Engineering Fair. STORY 5:   Thompsen Wins Cherokee Player of the Week River Ridge receiver Thomas Thompsen has been named the Week 2 Cherokee County Football Player of the Week. In a 39-0 victory over Denmark, Thompsen caught seven passes for 76 yards, scored two touchdowns, and added a five-yard touchdown rush. He received 234 votes, outpacing other nominees Ean Marria, Tanner Savasir, and Austin Guest. Thompsen's standout performance contributed significantly to River Ridge's win, improving their season record to 1-1. Commercial: INGLES 4 STORY 6:  Cherokee Dems Donate Over $1,700 to Clear Student Lunch Debt On August 28, the Cherokee County Democrats donated $1,731 to the Cherokee County School District to address outstanding meal balances for students. This donation, raised through their "Erase School Lunch Debt" campaign, is aimed at eliminating lunch debt for underserved students. The funds, which cover the cost of 706 meals, were presented to the district's School Nutrition department. STORY 7:  Georgia Power Teeing Up Four Battery Storage Projects Georgia Power will build battery energy storage systems (BESS) at four sites across the state, adding 500 megawatts of capacity to meet growing industrial power demands. These facilities will be located near Robins Air Force Base, Moody Air Force Base, the retired Plant Hammond, and will expand the McGrau Ford Battery Facility. This initiative is part of a broader plan approved last April, which includes renewable energy and fossil fuels, aimed at ensuring a diverse and reliable power supply. The state Public Service Commission must still certify the projects, with hearings scheduled for October 31 and November 1, and a final vote on December 3. We'll have closing comments after this.    COMMERCIAL: Heller 1 (GENERIC)   SIGN OFF –   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today's Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at tribuneledgernews.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. 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City Clerk Michael MacDonald and Public Information Officer Heather Sumagaysay discuss the upcoming elections. They dive into the city's upcoming elections and the voting process. In this episode, we'll cover: The voting process and key dates to remember. How you can participate in boards, committee, and commission meetings. The availability of virtual City Council meetings. Spanish live two-way interpretation services to ensure everyone can participate. Don't miss this comprehensive overview from the City Clerk, designed to keep you informed and engaged in Ventura's democratic process.

How do the border towns of Colorado use marijuana tax revenue? Today's episode of Nonverbal focuses on the border towns of Colorado. Host Jack Armstrong sits down with the town of Craig's City Clerk, Peter Brixius, and the City Manager of Trinidad, Steve Ruger to discover the unique ways marijuana has improved Colorado's border towns. As always, thank you to Cannapages for their help on the show! Find more details at cannapages.com

CTL Script/ Top Stories of July 20th               Publish Date: July 20th                  BREAK: GON :30  From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast    Today is Saturday, July 20th and Happy 77th Birthday to musician Carlos Santana. ***07.20.24 – BIRTHDAY – CARLOS SANTANA*** I'm Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.  Marker Recognizes Canton's Historic Stumptown Neighborhood Cherokee Approves Property Tax Increase Construction Contract Awarded for Long Swamp Creek Rec Area   We'll have all this and more coming up on the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast, and if you're looking for Community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!    BREAK: CU of GA STORY 1: Marker Recognizes Canton's Historic Stumptown Neighborhood    A new historic marker commemorating Canton's Stumptown neighborhood will be unveiled at Burge Park on Crisler Street, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for July 22 at 10 a.m. The initiative, a collaboration between History Cherokee and the city of Canton, was funded by the city and developed by History Cherokee's Black History Committee. Stumptown, established in the 1920s, is one of Cherokee County's oldest predominantly Black communities, named for the tree stumps left under house foundations during its development. The marker aims to highlight the community's historical significance, with plans for more markers in partnership with the city to recognize other historic neighborhoods. Here is Stephanie Joyner on plans for future signage: ***STUMPTOWN 2*** STORY 2: Cherokee Approves Property Tax Increase   Cherokee County commissioners unanimously approved a property tax increase, setting the maintenance and operations millage rate at 5.153 mills, lower than the originally advertised 5.224 mills. This decision will raise property tax revenues by 5.99% over the rollback rate. The county also set the parks bond millage rate at 0.27 and the fire district tax rate at 2.888 mills, resulting in a total rate of 8.311 mills. The increase is intended to fund additional firefighter positions and meet rising costs due to inflation. Residents expressed mixed reactions at public hearings, with some supporting the tax hike for improved services like Bob Alford. ***BOB ALFORD*** Other residents like Liza Robinson raised concerns about rising property taxes and suggested alternative fiscal strategies. ***LIZA ROBINSON*** STORY 3: Construction Contract Awarded for Long Swamp Creek Rec AreaCherokee County commissioners have approved a $2 million construction contract with Magnum Contracting, LLC, for developing the Long Swamp Creek Recreation Area near Ball Ground. The project, located at the confluence of Long Swamp Creek and the Etowah River on 24 acres purchased in 2019, aims to enhance recreational amenities. Planned features include a canoe and kayak launch, outdoor archery range, walking trails, campsites, picnic pavilion, restroom facilities, and parking. The project aligns with the Northeast Cherokee County Parks Plan and received funding from sources including a Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program grant and local contributions. Construction is set to commence soon with an expected opening in early 2025. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info.    Back in a moment  Break: DRAKE – INGLES 2 STORY 4: Cherokee Outdoor YMCA Offering Summer Camps The Cherokee Outdoor YMCA is part of the YMCA of Metro Atlanta's summer day camp program running until August 2nd. Registration is open online or in-person, offering traditional camps focused on social-emotional learning, weekly themes, and various activities like archery and canoe rides. Specialty camps in sports, STEAM, teen leadership, and swimming are also available. The YMCA aims to foster personal growth in a safe environment, encouraging children to explore interests and develop skills. Daily or weekly enrollment options are offered for traditional camps, while specialty camps require weekly sign-ups. For more details and registration, visit ymcaatlanta.org/camp/day-camp. STORY 5: Here's Why Waleska's Water Service Was Interrupted   Recent water system issues in Waleska have been resolved, according to City Clerk and Manager Robyn Smith. The city experienced two interruptions this month due to low water levels in its tanks. The first incident occurred on July 4 due to a computer crash, affecting the Sam Nelson Road and Reinhardt College Parkway areas. A temporary fix was implemented until the computer was rebuilt. A subsequent water main break on July 15, caused by a lightning strike on Fincher Road, led to disruptions in that area. Both incidents triggered boil water advisories, which were lifted promptly after repairs. Currently, normal service has resumed for all customers, with ongoing monitoring of water levels in the tanks. BREAK: HELLER 4 STORY 6: Dock Rock Radio Performing at West Milford Farm   Dock Rock Radio will perform a "yacht rock" concert featuring hits from the 1970s and 1980s at West Milford Farm on July 26. The band will cover songs by Hall & Oates, Huey Lewis & the News, Commodores, Little River Band, Steely Dan, and more, spanning smooth soul, jazz, R&B, and disco genres. Oakley's Provisions will cater the event with entrees priced from $6 to $15, and guests are allowed to bring their own food and drinks, including beer and wine (no onsite alcohol sales). Tickets range from $30 for lawn seating (bring your own chair) to $250 for party barn tables of eight, available through westmilfordfarm.com. The concert begins at 8:45 p.m., with doors opening at 7:15 p.m. STORY 7: When Will Water Tank Road in Cherokee Be Closed? What We Know Starting July 29, a section of Water Tank Road near Canton will close to through traffic until April 18, as crews replace two box culverts. The closure, located between 900 and 960 Water Tank Road, will affect traffic entering and exiting the area. Residents at addresses 900 and lower will use Highway 20, while those at 960 and higher will use East Cherokee Drive. Phase 1 involves addresses 931 and 935, using East Cherokee Drive. A detour via Highway 20 and East Cherokee Drive will be posted, ensuring safety for drivers and construction personnel. For more details, contact the Cherokee County Roadway Capital Program at 678-493-6077. We'll have closing comments after this.    BREAK: GON :60   SIGN OFF –   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today's Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. 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Today is National Nurses Day and National Ad Day so the guys celebrate the folks who are in those professions. They also talk about Mary Tyler Moore, Petticoat Junction and Green Acres. Then Celestine Jeffry's grabs a mic and talks about what folks need to do to be ready to vote. Celestine is the City Clerk for Green Bay. https://myvote.wi.gov/ Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-8 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Oshkosh. Subscribed to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guest: Celestine Jeffrys

Ben Lane has overseen three elections in Scottsdale since becoming City Clerk, marking this year as another significant milestone with a busy election season ahead. Find out how Ben deals with navigating the intricate responsibilities of upholding fair and transparent elections, particularly amidst today's highly polarized political environment. That's just one of the many duties Ben juggles in his role. He truly is one of the city's unsung heroes, ensuring the seamless functioning of Scottsdale's civic machinery.

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