Podcasts about city council member

In the wake of the violent protests in Los Angeles over ICE raids and immigration policy, how safe is our city? We spoke with Phoenix city council member and former Phoenix PD, Kevin Robinson about preparedness in the Valley.  

This week on Talk World Radio, we're talking about people in the United States who are fasting in solidarity with the people of Gaza who are being starved by the government of Israel and its supporters in the U.S. and other governments. We're talking with one person who is fasting, Mike Ferner, longtime member of and former President of Veterans For Peace, a former City Council Member in Toledo, Ohio, author of Inside the Red Zone: A Veteran For Peace Reports from Iraq. See: https://veteransforpeace.org

Hometown Radio 05/28/25 6p: Former SLO city council member Andrew Carter

In this episode of the Innovation Somalia Podcast, I sit down with Ukeme Awakessien Jeter, Mayor of Upper Arlington and City Council Member, to explore her upbringing, her journey as a Nigerian-American leader in a predominantly white city, and the experiences that shaped her path.We dive deep into breaking barriers, representation in politics, and her vision for the community. This is an inspiring conversation about leadership, resilience, and paving the way for future generations.

Aurora City Council member Danielle Jurinsky joins Dan to discuss the outrageous plea deal offered by 18th judicial district attorney Amy Padden to a 15-year-old illegal alien juvenile who killed 24-year-old Kaitlyn Weaver as an unlicensed, uninsured driver who took his mother's car without permission - plowing into the young woman's vehicle at 90 miles per hour in a 45 mph zone.

Joining Rachel for the latest edition of Velocity is Dan O'Donnell , City Council Member representing District 4. Dan shares his vision for Vista, which is built on collaboration, communication, and improving our whole community. His thoughtful, common-sense approach shapes his perspective when balancing competing priorities. Listen in to this informative episode and learn more about Council Member O'Donnell today!Show Notes:City of VistaDan O'DonnellWave WaterparkParks Master PlanBudget WorkshopRapid Fire:Book: Team of Rivals - Doris Kearns GoodwinSong: Tambourine Man - Bob DylanVista Business: Burtech Winery and Junemai SushiVelocity - The Vista Chamber Podcast is proud to be A Different Day Radio Production.

Aside from the daily drama at the Capitol, the race to succeed Ron Nirenberg as the next mayor of San Antonio is one of the top political stories in Texas, as the leadership of the Lone Star State's second-biggest city for next four years hangs in the balance.Attorney and San Antonio City Council Member Melissa Cabello Havrda has thrown her hat into the ring. Now in her third Council term, she has chaired San Antonio's Public Safety and Municipal Courts Advisory Committees and is the current Vice Chair of the Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization. Cabello Havrda has been recognized for her socially progressive values, which in combination with pro-business and law enforcement stances, have contributed to her consistent re-election in the Alamo City's politically diverse District 6.Learn more about Melissa Cabello Havrda at https://melissaforsa.com/.Thanks for listening! Learn more about Progress Texas and how to help support our ongoing work at https://progresstexas.org/.

A Detroit city councilmember has filed a lawsuit against the city clerk and elections commission for disqualifying her from the August primary ballot. WWJ's Tony Ortiz and Tracey McCaskill have top news stories. (Photo credit: Darrylin Horne)

Lori Sharp, Prairie Village City Council Member on PV Funding Ukraine | 4-24-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump is not immune to criticism from MAHA supporters who voted for him at the behest of Robert F. Kennedy Jr – especially when it comes to mRNA. Though RFK is delivering on promises to investigate the causes of autism and remove fluoride from public water, Trump's FDA just granted “fast track designation” for a potential bird flu vaccine – a self-amplifying, ‘next-generation' mRNA in phase 1 clinical trials. Why is Trump so attached to developing mRNA when an enormous number of his voters are against it? Jack Posobiec is a Senior Editor at Human Events and a veteran Navy Intelligence Officer. He authored Bullet Proof: The Truth about the Assassination Attempts on Donald Trump and co-authored Unhumans: The Secret History of Communist Revolutions. More at https://x.com/JackPosobiec and https://humanevents.com Andrew Gruel is a food entrepreneur, small business advocate, and newly sworn-in City Council Member in Huntington Beach, CA. He is the CEO and founder of American Gravy Restaurant Group. During Covid lockdowns, he and his wife raised a million dollars for restaurant workers. More at https://x.com/chefgruel and https://chefgruel.com 「 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS 」 Find out more about the brands that make this show possible and get special discounts on Dr. Drew's favorite products at https://drdrew.com/sponsors  • ACTIVE SKIN REPAIR - Repair skin faster with more of the molecule your body creates naturally! Hypochlorous (HOCl) is produced by white blood cells to support healing – and no sting. Get 20% off at https://drdrew.com/skinrepair • FATTY15 – The future of essential fatty acids is here! Strengthen your cells against age-related breakdown with Fatty15. Get 15% off a 90-day Starter Kit Subscription at https://drdrew.com/fatty15 • PALEOVALLEY - "Paleovalley has a wide variety of extraordinary products that are both healthful and delicious,” says Dr. Drew. "I am a huge fan of this brand and know you'll love it too!” Get 15% off your first order at https://drdrew.com/paleovalley • THE WELLNESS COMPANY - Counteract harmful spike proteins with TWC's Signature Series Spike Support Formula containing nattokinase and selenium. Learn more about TWC's supplements at https://twc.health/drew 「 MEDICAL NOTE 」 Portions of this program may examine countervailing views on important medical issues. Always consult your physician before making any decisions about your health. 「 ABOUT THE SHOW 」 Ask Dr. Drew is produced by Kaleb Nation (https://kalebnation.com) and Susan Pinsky (https://twitter.com/firstladyoflove). This show is for entertainment and/or informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1989 vs. 2025: How changing views are shaping the way many see the Menedez brothers case. Guest: Zev Yaroslavsky, former City Council member and L.A. County supervisor who runs the Los Angeles Initiative at Luskin. Police standoff with reckless driver. 

Steven Zittergruen is a city councilor and Strong Towns member from Decorah, Iowa. In this Bottom-Up Short, he joins Norm to discuss the ways he's making his community stronger. His efforts include revamping Decorah's budgeting process, helping launch Decorah's Local Conversation group, and writing about local governance. ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES Dear Decorah (Substack) Learn how to do the math in your own community. Decorah made it to the Elite Eight in this year's Strongest Town Contest. There are many great lessons that cities of all sizes can learn from their hard work. Click here to read more about their progress. Norm Van Eeden Petersman (LinkedIn) Do you know someone who would make for a great The Bottom-Up Revolution guest? Let us know here!

The city of St. Paul has a new council member. On Wednesday morning Matt Privratsky swore in as the interim council member for Ward 4, replacing City Council President Mitra Jalali after she resigned in January. He now represents the area of St. Paul that includes Hamline-Midway, Como and parts of Macalester-Groveland. Council member Privratsky could have a pivotal role in casting tie-breaking votes on important measures. Council member Privratsky joined MPR News host Nina Moini to talk about his background, the contentious decision around who got his seat and how he'll spend the four months in his role before a special election to permanently fill the seat.

There are nearly 300,000 immigrants in Austin, and these days, many are understandably filled with fear. But things are fairly normal as far as deportations right now, according to our guest, Austin City Council Member José “Chito” Vela, an immigration and criminal defense attorney who won his seat in a special election in 2022 and is now serving a second term. He joins host Nikki DaVaughn to dispel some immigration myths, explain his push for more “missing middle” housing, and share his favorite spots for barbacoa, coffee, and drinks in District 4.  Learn more about the sponsors of this April 7th episode: ZACH Theatre Austin Community Foundation Wild West Brew Fest Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Austin newsletter.  Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE 

Meet Vista's newest City Council Member representing District 2. A lifelong Vistan, Jeff Fox is a business owner and community supporter. Join Rachel for the Season 4 kickoff as she sits down with Jeff for a chat about entrepreneurship, what it's like to be a City Council Member and his priorities for the next four years.Show Notes: Star Fox MediaCity of Vista District 2City of Vista General Plan UpdateCity of Vista Communications TeamBook: The Book of Five Rings (https://www.amazon.com/Book-Five-Rings-Japanese-Shambhala/dp/1590302486) Creative Followership: In the Shadow of Greatness (https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Followership-Greatness-Jimmy-Collins/dp/1929619480)Song: Four Horsemen by MetallicaBusiness: The Film Hub (https://thefilmhubinc.com/)

Melissa Robinson joined Pete Mundo to discuss why she wants Brian Platt OUT as City Manager. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick and Chris sit down with long time city council member from District 5, Kelly Ohlson.Kelly Ohlson is a long-serving Fort Collins, Colorado, City Council member representing District 5, which covers the west-central part of the city. A resident since 1973, when he moved to attend graduate school at Colorado State University, Ohlson has deep roots in the community. He holds a degree in Wildlife Biology from Iowa State University and a master's in education from CSU. Over his career, he's been a public school teacher, historic building renovator, and a three-term Larimer County Public Trustee appointed by the governor. Ohlson's political tenure includes serving as Fort Collins mayor in the mid-1980s, mayor pro tem for four terms, and council member across multiple stints (1983-1987, 2005-2013, and elected again in 2021). Renowned for his conservation efforts, he's led eight campaigns to protect over 75,000 acres of open space and natural areas in Fort Collins and Larimer County, earning him the inaugural Kelly Ohlson Natural Areas Conservation Award in 2022. Married to Linda Stanley, a CSU senior research scientist, Ohlson is known for his pragmatic, compassionate leadership and commitment to public service, though he announced in November 2024 that he won't seek reelection when his current term ends in 2025.

Patrick and Chris sit down with long time city council member from District 5, Kelly Ohlson.Kelly Ohlson is a long-serving Fort Collins, Colorado, City Council member representing District 5, which covers the west-central part of the city. A resident since 1973, when he moved to attend graduate school at Colorado State University, Ohlson has deep roots in the community. He holds a degree in Wildlife Biology from Iowa State University and a master's in education from CSU. Over his career, he's been a public school teacher, historic building renovator, and a three-term Larimer County Public Trustee appointed by the governor. Ohlson's political tenure includes serving as Fort Collins mayor in the mid-1980s, mayor pro tem for four terms, and council member across multiple stints (1983-1987, 2005-2013, and elected again in 2021). Renowned for his conservation efforts, he's led eight campaigns to protect over 75,000 acres of open space and natural areas in Fort Collins and Larimer County, earning him the inaugural Kelly Ohlson Natural Areas Conservation Award in 2022. Married to Linda Stanley, a CSU senior research scientist, Ohlson is known for his pragmatic, compassionate leadership and commitment to public service, though he announced in November 2024 that he won't seek reelection when his current term ends in 2025.

(The Center Square) – The Lynnwood City Council has lost an appointed member within the same week of her appointment after her sexually explicit social media account was revealed. Jessica Ann Roberts – a transgender woman – was appointed to fill the Lynnwood City Council District 5 seat on Monday. The next day, the Lynwood Times reported on Roberts having an OnlyFans account, where she shared explicit content with 135 paid subscribers. Support this podcast: https://secure.anedot.com/franklin-news-foundation/ce052532-b1e4-41c4-945c-d7ce2f52c38a?source_code=xxxxxx Read more: https://www.thecentersquare.com/washington/article_7402ad40-00e5-11f0-ba91-c7b184c9e9f9.html

Auythor Jim Carlough stops by the Leadership Lounge to discuss his new book The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership.  A great conversation around the key six pillars that all leaders and frankly all of us can learn and live by.  Jim is also the Chief Revenue Officer for mPulse and has been involved in leadership for decades, starting back when he became a City Council Member at the age of 22.  Give it a listen.

Phoenix City Councilman Kevin Robinson joined the Mike Broomhead show in studio today to talk about photo radar, the new use of force policy in the Phoenix PD and more.

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In this episode, we sit down with Portland City Council member Eric Zimmerman to discuss the city's growing challenges and opportunities in multifamily housing; from tackling frustrating permitting delays to reducing regulatory burdens that weigh heavily on multifamily property owners, our guest shares candid insights into hurdles facing the housing market today. We also delve into the innovative incentives and tax breaks being proposed to encourage new development and support housing growth. Whether you're a property owner, developer, or someone simply curious about the future of housing in Portland, this conversation sheds light on potential policies shaping the city's housing landscape.

Mike Ferguson in the Morning 2-12-2025The storm is brewing in St.Louis, and not just with the incoming snow. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DFL Sen. Nicole Mitchell's burglary trial in Becker County has been rescheduled to June 16. Mitchell was arrested in April in her stepmother's Detroit Lakes home. And a Sartell City Council member faces a charge of driving while intoxicated.Those stories and more in today's evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Kalispell City Council Member Sid Daoud 01-13-25

(The Center Square) – Seattle City Councilmember Cathy Moore has announced proposed reforms to limit the Seattle Police Department's use of blast balls for crowd control. Blast balls are rubber devices that create a loud sound and bright flash, and can also contain tear gas. Moore's reforms would be in the form of amendments for proposed Council Bill 120916, which is currently sitting in the Public Safety Committee. The bill would help the Seattle Police Department be in full compliance with a preliminary injunction regarding the department's crowd control measures.Support this podcast: https://secure.anedot.com/franklin-news-foundation/ce052532-b1e4-41c4-945c-d7ce2f52c38a?source_code=xxxxxxFull story: https://www.thecentersquare.com/washington/article_ebe9d3a8-cf9c-11ef-8d42-5b0c85ddb77f.html

Meet Scottsdale's newest city council member Maryann McAllen officially joins the Scottsdale City Council this week. With a long-time record of service to the city, a passion for the work ahead and a vision for a brighter future, she is committed to strengthening our community, supporting sustainable growth, and championing the needs of Scottsdale's residents. Her leadership and dedication promise to make a meaningful impact on the city's future.  

Dive into the growing opposition to the light rail extension of TriMet's Yellow Line into Vancouver. Local leaders question its financial viability and transparency. Explore this detailed discussion at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/camas-city-council-member-joins-opposition-to-funding-for-light-rail-extension-operations-and-maintenance on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #lightrailfunding #localnews #ClarkCountyWa

Today – we're diving into an important development for the Wenatchee community: the search for a new City Council member. Thirteen candidates have stepped forward to fill an open at-large seat. And later – we’re covering a troubling incident involving Grace City Church in Sunnyslope and a man now facing serious allegations. Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this WPN Call 404, Dr. Jim Garlow is joined by Larry Pegram, a financial planner, former police officer and captain in the Army Reserves, and a political activist. He discusses an amazing (and horrific) story about a San Jose, CA City Council Member who fought hard against parents having the right to “opt out” their children from graphic and sinful sex education classes, and what has been discovered thereafter.      Dr. Jim Garlow has partnered with Pastor Mario Bramnick and Adam Schindler to bring you World Prayer Network (WPN), which seeks out Holy Spirit given strategies for how to be an effective and contagious Christ-follower in our present national situations. WPN hosts weekly prayer calls to seek out strategies for the transformation of nations, including our own. During these live calls, we share briefings from key leaders and then pray into what we see and hear from the Lord.     Follow us on social media:  facebook.com/wellversedworld twitter: @wellversedworld instagram: @wellversedworld www.wellversedworld.org

Seattle City Council Member Tammy Morales is leaving her post. She announced last week she is resigning from the council.  Morales has represented Seattle's 2nd District, which includes Yesler Terrace, the CID, Beacon Hill, Rainier Valley and Rainier Beach, since 2019.  Her last day in the seat will be January 6th.  It's a surprise decision considering Morales was re-elected to a four year term just last year. In a letter to her constituents, Morales leveled criticisms about at toxic environment on the council and the toll the job has taken on her personally over the past year - "For the last 11 months, this Council has eroded our checks and balances as a Legislative department and undermined my work as a policymaker." Guest: District 2 Seattle City Council Member Tammy Morales Relevant Links: Morales letter to her constituents City Councilmember Tammy Morales Will Leave the Council In January - Publicola   Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textWelcome to another episode of the Nashville dads! On this episode we have on City Council Member Mike Cortese.  This was one of those conversations where we kind of immediately jumped into big topics and discussions.  We talked about Mike's upbringing in a broken home, being raised by community, teaching at Belmont, going through 5 miscarriages and IVF, and why he ran for city council.  One thing we talked a lot about in this episode is when you have a kid you have to realize that a lot of the ways you react to things might have more anger to it then you realized and you have to figure out ways to be kinder to yourself and other people.  Mike was really open about discussing that part of his journey and we appreciate his openness!  We really hope you enjoy the episode!Follow us on Twitter @nashvilledads and on Facebook and Instagram @thenashvilledads. Look for new episodes of The Nashville Dads podcast every other Monday.

St. Petersburg City Council member Lisset Hanewicz talks about the deal between the city and the Tampa Bay Rays to build a new stadium.

Reflections on election, future with Tammy Caputi Scottsdale City Council member Tammy Caputi will be ending her 4-year term in a few weeks after she came up short in her re-election bid. Join us as she looks back at her accomplishments in office and talks about the key issues facing the city, both now and into the new year. You'll discover that she has few regrets about the election results and soon will be exploring other opportunities to continue her leadership in ways that benefit our communities.

Ayanna Williams, a government major at William & Mary, will step into the seat held by outgoing Councilman Caleb Rogers.

In this episode, Cantore sits down with his neighbor Sean Elo Rivera, City Council Member for San Diego's 9th District x City Council President, to discuss San Diego's housing crisis. 

In this Dai By Dai Podcast Episode, we sat down with Dr. Wes Bellamy, an HBCU alumnus and advocate, City Council Member of Charlottesville, VA, and Political Science Chair at Virginia State University, to dive into the rich history and vibrant culture of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. We talk about the significance of HBCU homecomings, the biggest takeaways of attending and graduating from HBCUs, the community atmosphere, and how these events have become a cultural phenomenon. Plus, get the inside scoop on the highly anticipated return of the HBCU Basketball Tournament, Black College Invitational Championship (BCIC) to Charlotte! Wes also speaks on the importance and duties of being a girl dad, as a father of 3 girls. Whether you're an HBCU grad, a fan, or just curious about the experience, this is a conversation you don't want to miss. Tune in to celebrate Black excellence, community, and tradition! ⏰ Time Codes (4:00) Growing Up / Childhood (14:44) Charlottesville, VA (22:00) Bowie State vs Virginia State Rivalry (26:45) GOAT of HBCU Homecomings (30:55) Attending HBCUs (46:10) Black College Invitational Championship (1:01:50) Being a Girl Dad

Urooj talks with Nick Dunlap, City Council Member and current Mayor of Fullerton, about his achievements in office and his views on current issues facing the city. nicholas.dunlap@cityoffullerton.comFacebookWebsite

Urooj talks with City Council Member and current Mayor Pro Tem, Fred Jung, about why he is running for reelection and his views on current issues facing the city of Fullerton.Website:https://www.fred4fullerton.com/fred.jung@cityoffullerton.com

Kalispel City Council Member Ryan Hunter 9-20-24

This week, Audrey interviewed Gretchen Rydin, a member of the Littleton, CO City Council. Gretchen is a social worker who first ran for office to become more engaged in her community. She is now running as the Democratic candidate for Colorado State House District 38.   Learn more about Project Elect here.

The Santa Barbara Young Democrats called out Alejandra Gutierrez for being absent from her duties as a city council member. The organization has endorsed Wendy Santamaria in the upcoming election, as Gutierrez has also withdrawn from the democratic party. In this story we hear from the president of the Santa Barbara Young Democrats, with statements from each candidate from the District One Debate

Council Member Mackenzie Kelly sat down with the APA to discuss her first term in office and what her goals are for a second term. https://www.mackenzie4austin.com/

City Council Member Julie Menin, a Manhattan Democrat, joined the show to discuss her proposed legislation to require hotel licensing, her law to create health care cost transparency and accountability, the relationship between the Council and Mayor Adams, and more. (Ep 438)