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CCE-850ALast week I asked listeners of the podcast to let me know if they were tuning in, and sure enough, several of you did reach out! So, perhaps this Friday edition of the newsletter going out as a podcast will continue. Today's edition doesn't have any new information but instead is an audio summary of some of what has been going on with voices from some of the decision-makers.I'm Sean Tubbs, and this one's a bit of a puzzle to put together. In the print edition below you'll see new versions of a couple of the stories as I had to develop a new script. I have not included the images, but these podcasts will now have normal shout-outs. No more house ads!Two stories in this edition, both about Charlottesville's budget for FY2026:* City Council makes last minute decisions at final work session before tonight's vote on $265M budget* Council adopts $265.2 million budget after another conversation about transit fundingFirst shout-out: Plant Virginia NativesSpring is here and there's still time to plan for upgrades to your outdoors. You can take some time to get ready for spring! Check out Plant Virginia Natives!Plant Virginia Natives is part of a partnership with ten regional campaigns for ten different ecosystems across Virginia, from the Northern Piedmont to the Eastern Shore. Take a look at the full map below for the campaign for native species where you are in the Commonwealth. For the Charlottesville area, download a free copy of the handbook: Piedmont Native Plants: A Guide for Landscapes and Gardens.Plant Northern Piedmont Natives is for anyone who works with native plants, whether you are a property owner, private consultant, landscape designer, nursery operator, conservation group, or local government.(image)A summary of the April 10, 2025 Charlottesville City Council budget work sessionOne of the challenges of doing a podcast version at the end of a week is that I may have to rearrange two previous stories in order for the audio edition to make sense. That's the case this week with Charlottesville City Council's adoption of a $265.2 million budget for fiscal year 2026. That happened on April 14 at a special meeting.But before we get to that, we have to go back to the work session held on April 10.In Charlottesville, the budget process never really stops. In fact, it keeps on going up to the last minute of adoption. New items were added at the work session that had not previously come up.At the beginning of the April 10 work session, they learned about additional spending that can happen because new funding has been found since the beginning of the budget process in March.“We do have supplemental revenue over and above the proposed budget of $774,263,” said Krisy Hammill, the city's budget director.The driver of that change was an additional $700,000 increase in Business and Professional Licenses that had not been factored in.There were many numbers thrown around during the final work session. Before Council signed off on how to spend that money, City Manager Sam Sanders went through how $915,620 in “Council Discretionary Funds” would be spent to leave a balance of $440,406 to spend.“Kind of thinking that with all the volatility that we have in DC, there could very easily be a series of moments that come up and that this would give you the flexibility to make some decisions and how we could support gaps in what could happen based on decisions and how it actually lands in the community,” Sanders said.Staff codified a list of what Council had already decided to spend over the course of four budget work sessions.* $250,000 to the Blue Ridge Coalition for the Homeless to cover the costs of a federal grant not obtained because there was an error related to a recent leadership transition.* $162,000 to the Piedmont Housing Alliance to pay for the cost of staff who work on eviction prevention.* $50,000 in cash to the Piedmont Housing Alliance related to eviction prevention.* An additional $43,150 to the Boys and Girls Club for a total of $116,000 in the FY26 budget.* An additional $28,800 to Lighthouse Studios to fund two programs for a total funding of $40,000 in the FY26 budget.* An additional $6,000 to Loaves and Fishes to bring their total funding to $50,000 for FY26.* An additional $1,200 to Piedmont CASA for a total of $10,000.* An additional $6,600 to Live Arts for a total of $16,000.* An additional $7,100 to Legal Aid Justice Center for a total of $40,000* An additional $1,500 to SARA for a total of $25,000.* A total of $104,261 in capital improvement program funds will be redirected to the Dogwood Vietnam Memorial. Read this story for more information.At the meeting, Hammill handed out a spreadsheet that provided more details about other programs that were added to the list such as an annual payment to the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center. This was initially left out of the budget because the organization did not fill out an application through a portal called Zoom Grants.The payment to the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center was $228,993 in FY2024 and $246,993 in FY2025. The organization is considered fundamental which means it no longer has to compete for funding through the Vibrant Community Fund process . The payment for FY2026 will be $228,200.“By not submitting through Zoom Grants, they didn't appear on the list, but they didn't know that they had to still submit through Zoom Grants,” Sanders said. “So we have some course corrections that we need to do there and making sure that everyone understands what they have to do still, even though they're in a non competitive round.”Sanders said there was a similar error with the Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority. That government body is considered “fundamental” but also sought additional funding.“We have to have a conversation with them about their pursuits of funding going forward to your point they could be here and in the competitive rounds,” Sanders said. “I don't particularly care for that. I think that makes it double dipping.”Sanders said Deputy City Manager James Freas and the Office of Community Solutions are currently performing an audit of CRHA as a way of building a better working relationship.City Councilor Michael Payne, a member of the CRHA Board, called for a joint work session to plan for the likelihood of reduced federal funding for public housing units.At one point in the conversation, Council initially signaled a willingness to add an additional $16,000 to the United Way for their Prosper program. Deputy City Manager Ashley Marshall made a pitch for the program at the April 10 meeting. The program had previously been called the Financial Resiliency Task Force.Another last minute item is $30,000 for the Tonsler League headed by former City Councilor and current CRHA Chair Wes Bellamy. The organization had expected that the City of Charlottesville would have received an additional $250,000 from the state government for operations, but Governor Glenn Youngkin recently vetoed that from the budget.“He received a $250,000 grant for this current year that ends in June,” Sanders said. “I am planning to check with him to see if. If he will expend all of that and avoid the risk of having to send anything back.”Council supported giving the Tonsler League $30,000.At half an hour into the final budget work session held three days after the final public hearing, Sanders asked Council if there was any other item they might want to fund and gave them the current balance.“The question that we are really posing at this point is, is there anything else that you all have been pondering?” Sanders asked. “Because we try to remind you that this is the end of the road and we are truly down to $394,000 that today, right now at this moment, is your Council Strategic Initiatives Fund.”That prompted Councilor Lloyd Snook to express a concern.“So we haven't even gotten to the fiscal year and we've already cut it down?” Snook asked.“That's correct,” Sanders said.Snook said he felt the process was not appropriate.“I find myself trying to figure out what possible process we're advancing here,” Snook said. “And the answer is it's still back to whatever anybody throws up against the wall at Council at the last minute. I just think that's a terrible way to do business.”Sanders said he understood Snook's concern.“I understand and appreciate the last minute nature of it and I'm not a fan of always doing that and I think in these, this, these two moments specifically, we can identify a way to bring you critical information so that you can have that presented to you and then you can make that determination on if you believe the item is ready to go forward,” Sanders said, adding that both Marshall and Bellamy could appear before Council to formally make a pitch.There were at least three Councilors who supported funding for Tonsler, but not yet for the Prosper Program.There was also a long discussion about increasing the number of transit drivers to 82 in order to restore service to pre-pandemic levels. This comment from Sanders finishes off that discussion and sets up a conversation for the future.“I think what I heard was that you are not going to attempt to unpack the budget at this late stage and find a way to make 82 drivers a reality,” Sanders said. “But what you are indicating is that you support the desire for added drivers and that you're looking to have us revisit that with you at some point in the future later in 2025 for the possible consideration of the use of one time funds for the bridge that would be required to get us to the next budget where we will realize the true cost.”Sanders also said he still wants to hold on to the $22.4 million surplus from FY2024 in case federal programs are cut.“The conversations that are being had in regards to SNAP and Medicaid are real in that they're big,” Sanders said. “And if those cuts were to occur, we will see a number of our constituency impacted directly by that.”Sanders said that while the city is blessed to have a large surplus, it will go very quickly if the local government picks up what had been a federal program.Tonight's meeting to adopt is not the end of the process. Because of a second advertising error, Council still has to hold a public hearing on the tax rates and that will take place at the next regular meeting on April 21. By law, Council cannot adopt those tax rates at that meeting and must wait at least three days. A second special meeting will be held on April 24.I had hoped to tell you more about the next three items by going back to the audio, but I've got to get to the next set of stories:* Sanders had an update on a potential low-barrier shelter. The General Assembly's version of the budget had $1.5 million going to the City of Charlottesville for this purpose, and Youngkin cut this in half. The budget has not yet been finalized and Sanders said Senator Creigh Deeds is still trying to make the case to restore the funding.* Sanders said he believes the city would need to provide operating funds to any grocery that sets up at 501 Cherry Avenue.* There is still a possibility that the city might provide funding for UVA's affordable housing project at 10th and Wertland. They will be asked to submit a request as part of the next funding cycle this fall.Second shout-out: Piedmont Master Gardeners seek items for Green Elephant SaleIf you are cleaning out your garage or basement this winter and have garden implements or yard ornaments you no longer need, the Piedmont Master Gardeners will take them off your handsThe Piedmont Master Gardeners are seeking donations of new and used garden tools, hoses, decorative items, outdoor furniture, and virtually anything else that can be used to maintain or enjoy a home landscape. From February 1 through April 30, these "Green Elephant" donations may be dropped off at 402 Albemarle Square between 10 a.m. and noon on Wednesdays or Saturdays. The Master Gardeners are not able to accept plastic pots or opened chemicals.The Green Elephants will be offered for sale to the public during PMG's Spring Plant Sale, scheduled for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 3, at Albemarle Square Shopping Center. Proceeds will support the many free and low-cost horticulture education programs the Piedmont Master Gardeners offer to the community.To arrange a pickup of large items or for more information, contact the Piedmont Master Gardeners at greenelephant@piedmontmastergardeners.org.(image)Council adopts $265.2 million budget after another conversation about transit fundingCharlottesville City Council adopted a $265.2 million budget for the fiscal year that begins on July 1 at a special meeting on April 14 but not before another review and summary from City Manager Sam Sanders. He had introduced a $264,474,183 budget on March 4.“Things have changed a little bit, as it always does, from the proposed date to your adoption date,” Sander saidThere have been five budget work sessions and two public hearings on the document itself, but yet to come is a public hearing on the tax rates for 2025.“What I'll point out to you just in basic highlights, is that the revenue expenditure at this time has now risen to $265,248,446,” Sanders said.The tax rates have not changed for 2025, but another year of growth in assessments has resulted in more revenue. The assessor's office reported an average of a 7.74 percent increase in late January.One spending change in the budget is an additional $600,000 for Charlottesville Area Transit which partially came out of a push for local advocates.“We added a transit mechanic to help with operations,” Sanders said. “We are also maintaining fare free service across the system and absorbing the absence of the flexible federal funds because those funds are now not available to us as they have been.”Other highlights:* There's $5.4 million over the next five years for sidewalk repair and construction* There's $12.7 million in spending on affordable housing initiatives in FY26* The FY26 budget is the first to apply to a fourth collective bargaining unitCity Councilor Michael Payne asked about the status of a $22.4 million surplus from FY2024. Sanders made the decision to keep the amount in reserve and Council has so far agreed. The idea is to keep the money available while a new era for the federal government continues to settle in. He also said he has been meeting with nonprofit groups who have been making presentations on funding they have lost from the federal government.“So they are first trying to recoup what they've spent and hope that they might actually get some continuation,” Sanders said. “So that is beginning to build. We're beginning to see that finally the city organization itself has not incurred a loss. But we still continue to monitor just believing that it's just a matter of time. It's not a matter of if, it is actually a matter of when.”A generally-held practice in municipal budgeting is to not use one-time money such as surpluses to hire staffing.“Something like staffing is not ideal because we can't guarantee that funding to occur year to year,” said City Councilor Natalie Oschrin.The conversation went back to transit. The City of Charlottesville owns Charlottesville Area Transit and has full control of its operations. Albemarle County and Charlottesville have entered into an entity called the Charlottesville Albemarle Regional Transit Authority but so far that is entirely about planning for transit operations.Albemarle Supervisors vote to join Regional Transit Authority, December 15, 2024Charlottesville joins regional transit authority; Council holds first reading on federal transit allocations, December 28, 2024Charlottesville Area Transit has no independent board of directors which makes Council the sole authority over its operations. There had once been an advisory body made up of citizens but that was eliminated sometime during the pandemic.An advocacy group called IMPACT made up of various churches has been pressuring Albemarle and Charlottesville to increase the amount they spent on transit to hire additional drivers. Their specific number has been 82, a number believed to enable Charlottesville Area Transit to increase service.“The solution to long wait times is very straightforward: we need more bus drivers,” reads their website. “Right now, Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT) has budgeted 67 drivers. Getting to wait times of half an hour will require at least 80.”In Virginia, cities and counties are completely independent of each other. There are regional services such as that provided by the Rivanna Water and Service Authority, but localities have to adopt budgets independently.IMPACT's public event was held on April 8, over a month into the budget process for Charlottesville and about six weeks after Albemarle County Executive Jeffrey Richardson introduced that locality's budget.At their work session on April 10, City Council indicated they wanted to support IMPACT's request but the timing is not right for the existing budget. They agreed to hold conversations about how to get there shortly after the budget is adopted.Vice Mayor Brian Pinkston and Charlottesville City Council were the two members of Council who went to hear from IMPACT at what they call the Nehemiah Action.“The commitment that the two of us made was to try to get something for this coming the fiscal year that we're working on now, which means some sort of amendment or whatever,” said City Councilor Brian Pinkston.Several members of the group were in attendance at the meeting and Pinkston addressed them directly from the dais and encouraged them to get involved earlier in the budget process.“I want people to know that this is not the end,” Pinkston said. “We heard you last week, we're working on it. And what you're hearing now is the sort of public outworking of the conversations that need to happen.”For over four years of reporting on transit issues, take a look at this tab on Information Charlottesville.Council adopted the budget after a final explanation of last minute changes such as $30,000 for the Tonsler League to help keep it going after Governor Youngkin vetoed an anticipated $250,000 from Virginia's budget.Council will hold a public hearing on the tax rate for 2025 on April 21 and then will hold a special meeting on April 24.Postscript for #850AToday's edition was intended to have additional audio but I ran out of time. Also the podcast edition can be less than half an hour long. The version that airs on WTJU has to be at least 29 minutes long. There was no radio version last week so I'm going to put another story or two in that version from #846-A. Behind the scenes I have quite a bit of organization that allows me to seemingly produce more content than entities with budgets that are much larger than mine. One day there will be more of everything. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

 Several interviews in the first half of the show! We talk to a local organizer of the April 5th protests, highlight the local Laborers Union, and we dance on the political grave of the union busting preacher from Tuscaloosa with a UAW supporter at Mercedes. ✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A few days ago I sat down with Portland City Councilor Candace Avalos to have a conversation about policing and transportation. Avalos, who represents an area east of I-205 including Lents in southeast and the Portland Airport, is a first time member of city council, but she's no stranger to local politics. She was chair of the Citizen Review Committee, where she served for six years and became a well-known advocate for police accountability. Prior to being a city councilor she was executive director of Verde, an environmental justice nonprofit.I met Councilor Avalos in a conference room at Midland Library on SE 122nd Avenue. The impetus for our conversation was the new Community Board for Police Accountability or CBPA, a new, high-profile venue for oversight of the Portland Police Bureau. More than just a committee, the new, 21-member board will have a significant budget, will hire its own investigators, and will issue binding decisions. It's crucial that this new CBPA have at least one member who understands how transportation issues relate to public safety and policing. It's my hope this interview encourages someone in our audience to apply for one of the positions. You have until April 14th to get your applications in. Here's the link to the application.

Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson signed a plea agreement and will plead guilty in her federal corruption case. WBZ's Nichole Davis reports.

District 6 Albuquerque City Councilor Nicole Rogers comes in to discuss, "Participatory Budgeting", public bathrooms, Tingley lakes preservation and upkeep, and "Tiny Homes" for Seniors with TJ on News Radio KKOB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Originally aired on March 15th, 2025. Former Easthampton City Councilor Owen Zaret and Daily Hampshire Gazette columnist and antisemitism activist J.M. Sorrell explain the growing crisis of antisemitism locally and across the country. What is antisemitism? How do we combat it? What led to Owen's resignation from Easthampton City Council? And did the Massachusetts Teachers Association (MTA) promote antisemitism in their teaching materials?

Carter Neubieser, Burlington Ward 1 City Councilor, joins Kurt & Kelly to discuss the up coming ballot initiatives.

President Trump has just started his second term, and a lot of things have been changing – but sadly, not for the better. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is one of the most adversely impacted subjects, making discrimination, stereotyping, and inequality much more rampant. In this episode, Corinna Bellizzi is joined by DEI coach and consultant Rachel Siegel to discuss how to overcome the United States' current crisis with systemic racism, classicism, and authoritarianism. They explain why DEI should never lead to social division but bring people together in peace and harmony. Rachel also explains how to be more critical when consuming different kinds of media and how to cultivate the right mindset to stop yourself from following leaders blindly.About Guest:Rachel Siegel is a white, queer, Jewish mother, artist, organizer, and educator on Abenaki land in Vermont. She was ED of Peace & Justice Center and a City Councilor before founding Toward Liberation. She cofounded Vermont Access to Reproductive Freedom and ONE Mutual Aid, serves on the grant committee for Haymarket People's Fund, and volunteers for Center City Little League. Rachel is an intersectional feminist. She recognizes her eating disorder healing as part of resisting patriarchy, racism and capitalism. She is committed to body liberation. Hiking, dancing, and being with friends give Rachel joy. She is a recovering alcoholic and practices spirituality through many modalities. Rachel's political education includes Catalyst Collective, White Awake, self-study, and People's Institute for Survival and Beyond.Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-siegel-829b38a0/ Guest Website: https://www.towardliberation.net/ Guest Social: https://www.facebook.com/rachel.f.siegel/ https://www.instagram.com/rachel.f.siegel/ Anti-Racist / DEI Reading ListOn Tyranny: Twenty Lessons From The Twentieth Century by Timothy SnyderHow We Get Free: Black Feminism and the Combahee River Collective, edited by Keeanga-Yamahtta TaylorEmergent Strategy: Shaping Change, Changing Worlds by Adrienne Maree BrownPleasure Activism: The Politics of Feeling Good by Adrienne Maree BrownHow to be an Anti-racist by Ibram X KendiHow to be a (Young) Anti-racist by Ibram X Kendi Me and White Supremacy: Combat Racism, Change the World, and Become a Good Ancestor by Layla F. SaadWhite Supremacy Culture by Tema Okun and Kenneth JonesThe Anthropology of White Supremacy: A Reader Edited by Aisha M. Beliso-De Jesús, Jemima Pierre, Junaid Rana The Body is Not an Apology by Sonya Renee TaylorAnti-Racist / DEI Podcasts to Listen To:Code Switch 1619 Octavia's Parables Seeing White Mother Country Radicals Show Notes: Final audioIntroducing Intersectional Feminist Rachel Siegel - 03:27How Did We Get To Dehumanizing People - 12:59The Caste System Of The United States - 16:54Not Obeying In Advance And Improving Media Consumption - 23:08Black Feminism, Emergent Strategy, And Pleasure Activism - 27:35Lessons From A Starling's Murmuration - 33:53How To Be An Antiracist - 36:36White Supremacy Culture And The Body is Not an Apology - 39:35Solving Current Issues Through Multigenerational Alliances - 44:41All About Think Again And Toward Liberation - 48:02Episode Wrap-up And Closing Words - 54:57JOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE:

In this episode, newly elected city councilor Olivia Clark shares her bold vision for tackling housing and development challenges. She discusses streamlining the permitting process, revising zoning regulations, and fostering a more collaborative environment at City Hall to support sustainable growth. Olivia highlights her approach to reducing administrative burdens, lowering operational costs, and working with key stakeholders to drive meaningful change in the community. Don't miss this insightful conversation about shaping the future of our city.

4:1 in support of delaying diesel truck ban at yesterday's hearing on HB3119: https://oregoncatalyst.com/84062-rep-boshart-davis-public-hearing-delaying-clean-trucks-rule.html Leftist Portland city councilor goes after Janelle Bynum cause she voted in favor of Laken Riley Act: https://www.oregonlive.com/politics/2025/01/portland-politician-skewers-oregon-democrat-janelle-bynum-over-laken-riley-act-vote.html Cow farts legislation is dividing WA legislature and probably gonna happen here in OR: https://www.opb.org/article/2025/01/30/the-latest-issue-dividing-washington-s-lawmakers-cow-farts/ Top FBI leadership told to retire, resign or get fired by Monday: https://thelibertydaily.com/members-christopher-wrays-fbi-leadership-posse-told-retire/ Marco Rubio confirms Trump's interest in Greenland is purely national security and it is not a joke: https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/01/secretary-state-marco-rubio-confirms-trumps-interest-acquiring/   

D.C Plane crash and what we know so far, B.C's Education Minister has fired the entire Victoria School Board in a dispute over a safety plan, The City of Richmond has spend thousands on restaurant gift cards, we speak to a City Councilor and find out why! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Linda Nishioka is the City Councilor for Ward 2 in Salem, Oregon, and currently serves as the Council President. Prior to her election, she contributed to the Salem community by serving on various city committees and as a board member for local nonprofit organizations.  Linda is retired from a rewarding career in healthcare, having worked as a Registered Dental Hygienist and as the Director of Facial Plastic Services at Willamette Ear, Nose, Throat & Facial Plastic Services in Salem.

From City Council District 6 which encompasses UNM, Nob Hill, and the International District, Councilor Nicole Rogers comes in to talk about her last year of accomplishments, She also discusses The Homeless Coordinating Council, and Homeless Voucher Program. All this with TJ on News Radio KKOB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Newburyport city councilor's proposal surrounding the downtown area's brick sidewalks has some residents pretty unhappy. WBZ's Kendall Buhl explains.

The LA wildfires have claimed the childhood home of a former BC lions player. He comes on to tell his story. Vancouver City Councilor Adriane Carr says she's stepping down and is urging voters to turn out in a byelection to choose her successor. A Lawyer says that the recent order to cull 400 BC ostriches may be breaching cruelty law. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Craig Sumberg, Firehouse Center for the Arts; Jennie Donahue, Newburyport Ward 2 City Councilor

Olivia Clark was the top vote getter in Council District 4 (everything west of Willamette River and small portion of Southeast including Sellwood). She's also a possible pick for City Council President. No matter how you slice it, her impressive background in and out of government means she will likely be a consequential member of the new, 12-member Council. In this interview (recorded in the BikePortland Shed on Friday, December 20th), you'll learn about her background (she's toured by bike with Adventure Cycling and has done several Cycle Oregon rides), and her her policy and political perspectives. Olivia Clark Campaign Website

Chad Beumer, incoming member of the Northfield City Council, talks about his vision for Northfield.

 Chad Beumer, incoming member of the Northfield City Council, talks about his vision for Northfield. 

11/25/24: Gfld City Councilor Marianne Bullock: mass resignations at city hall. Prof Amilcar Shabazz w/ Ayanna Crawford: Kwanzaa & Thanksgiving/ Day of Mourning. Amherst Town Mgr Paul Bockelman: Trump & risk for Sanctuary Cities. Megan Zinn & local author Sarah Sawyer: “The Undercurrent.”

Jim McCauley Newburyport Ward 5 City Councilor, Kristene Enes & Deb Pare of the NEF Auction

The safest city in the US is officially South Burlington, VT, so Anna and Raven invited City Councilor Andrew Chalnick to share the secret to creating a safe community!

Gabriela is a proud product of four Boston Public Schools and graduated from Boston Latin Academy. She currently lives in East Boston with her partner, Sebastian Zapata where she also grew up. Her mother played a large role in helping to shape her career in public service from an early age as she watched her advocate for her community.  Gabriela shares her background, passion for public service and exactly what her job is as a City Councilor and how she uses things like social media and coffee conversations to connect with people in the communities she serves.   Gabriela Coletta Zapata | Boston.gov    

Greg Brady focused in on real dangers Toronto police face every time they report for duty , he is joined by Jon Reid, the President of the Toronto Police Association to discuss of how can disturbing this is and what can be done to put an end to this. Next, Shelley Carroll, City Councilor for Ward 17—Don Valley North. She's here to talk Billy Bishop Island Airport, and also an interesting story about how many people are successful when appealing Toronto parking fines, claiming hardship. Lastly, we'll hear from Hen Mazzig - an Israeli writer, speaker, and social media influencer. He is also a senior fellow at the Tel Aviv Institute. Mazzig is of Mizrahi Jewish descent. He shares his insights when it comes to a very contentious area of the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Camas City Councilor John Svilarich faces felony assault charges after an incident involving a firearm along the Washougal Greenway. The situation has escalated with potential serious consequences, including the forfeiture of his public office. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/camas-city-councilor-now-charged-with-felony-assault/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com. #CamasCityCouncilor #FelonyAssault #ClarkCounty #LocalNews #WashingtonState

It is an honor to represent my community of Windsor Heights, Iowa as a City Councilor and it is a special treat to be able to attend the Annual Conference of the Iowa League of Cities. Each year the League brings together elected officials, city staff and vendors for education, training, networking and meet with vendors.  This year we were in Sioux City, Iowa far in the Northwest portion of the state.  Here you'll meet two very interesting people.  Alan Kemp is the longtime Executive Director of the League and we talk about this event, what the League is focused on regarding issues that matter and a bit about the 2025 conference. Then you'll meet Kaitlyn Kuehl-Berns whom we believe is the youngest mayor in the state.  At 23 years-old she leads the tiny community of Clayton, Iowa population 45 which is located along the Mississippi River in far Eastern Iowa.  Her story is not only interesting but also generational. Enjoy...we did.  Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The Fed is celebrating the end of inflation….will consumers agree?  This is the business news headlines for Monday the 23rd day of September and welcome to Fall everybody….glad you're here. A programing note…last week we did not air for several days.  One of my other jobs is serving as a City Councilor for the City of Windsor Heights, Iowa and I was at the Iowa League of Cities annual event in Sioux City, Iowa…now you know.  And, make sure you listen to the two conversations at the end of the newscast. First up is Alan Kemp the Executive Director of the Iowa League of Cities and then you'll meet Kaitlyn Kuehl-Berns who we believe is the youngest mayor at age 23 leading the tiny town of Clayton, Iowa.  Population 45... Meanwhile,  if you want to reach out to us on social media you can hook up with us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  Here's what we've got for you today: Consumers, Inflation and what we think; Thinking of getting an in store credit card? You might want to think...twice; The 4-Day Work Week and why that matters; The Wall Street Report; Commute times as Americans head back to the office. For the interview you'll hear from Alan Kemp from the Iowa League of Cities about what it is they do and how things went in Sioux City last week.  Then Kaitlyn Kuehl-Berns joins me.  We believe she is the youngest mayor in the state at 23 and leading Clayton, Iowa population...45. Let's go!  

230 Fightback has been battling over a crucial piece of real estate in downtown Toronto for a very long time. A real estate investment company, Kingsett Capital is who owns the building, but their fight has been just as hampered by Toronto City Hall.Hear how the campaign persisted through organizational changes, set backs and discouragement from their own City Councilor. All of our content is free - made possible by the generous sponsorships of our Patrons. If you would like to support us: PatreonFollow us on InstagramCALL TO ACTION:Contact KingSett Capital and Toronto City Councilor Chris Moise to protest against the redevelopment of 214-230 Sherbourne.History - 230 FightbackRabble: Questions remain about eviction of 150 Toronto seniors 2019Tenant Power - a Podcast Playlist

On this week's episode of Bend Don't Break, host Aaron Switzer, Publisher of The Source Weekly, sits down with Clifford Evelyn, Redmond City Councilor, to explore the dynamic evolution of Redmond. They delve into the city's past, its rapid growth, and the ripple effects this expansion has on all of Central Oregon. The conversation also touches on the cultural differences within the region and how they sometimes lead to clashes as Redmond continues to grow and change. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on the future of one of Central Oregon's key cities.

On today's episode of the Cultural Connections Podcast, Brian is joined by Bill Humphrey. Bill is the current Ward 5 City Councilor in Newton, MA and is also a candidate for the MA House of Representative seat in Middlesex District 12. Bill tells us why he is running for State Representative and why he believes he is most qualified for the position.

The I Love CVille Show headlines: City Councilor Salaries Set To Spike (Almost 2X) Will City Salary Spike Entice “Career Politicians?” Habitat, PHA Want To Buy Carlton Mobile Home Park ACPS Working On Hiring More Bus Drivers 19 ACPS Drivers Hired Last Year, 20 Drivers Quit Friends Of CVille Launches Downtown CVille Petition Former Mayor Walker Throws Shade At CPD Is Ranked Choice Voting Right For CVille? Read Viewer & Listener Comments Live On-Air The I Love CVille Show airs live Monday – Friday from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm on The I Love CVille Network. Watch and listen to The I Love CVille Show on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, iTunes, Apple Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Fountain, Amazon Music, Audible, Rumble and iLoveCVille.com.

Kori Rodley joins the podcast to discuss what is happening in Springfield, Oregon. Kori Rodley is a 2nd term City Councilor in Springfield, Oregon (Ward 3).   Hosted by Patty Rose To support the podcast with a one time or monthly donation  go to strpod.com/sponsors Sponsored by Oregon Cash Flow Pro Oregoncashflowpro.com Ending Track "Be You" by Patty Rose feat. Gradient available on Spotify and Apple Music To listen to all previous episodes, buy merch, and more go to strpod.com

A show featuring in-depth conversations with the people running for local office in Northfield. Hosts Joe Moravchik and Rich Larson are joined by Northfield City Councilor, and current mayoral candidate George Zuccolotto .

This week, we're joined by Albuquerque City Councilor Dan Lewis for a compelling discussion you won't want to miss.In this episode, we dive into some of the most pressing issues facing not only Albuquerque but the state and nation:Sanctuary City Status: Despite rising crime and an open border, Albuquerque remains a sanctuary city. Councilor Dan Lewis sheds light on why this is the case and places the blame squarely on Mayor Tim Keller's soft policies.Homelessness Epidemic: Albuquerque's homeless population is exploding. We explore how the city's reputation for leniency under Mayor Keller is impacting law-abiding citizens. Mark argues that while the homeless can be helped, they must be willing to accept assistance and not be allowed to sleep on the streets.Crime Crisis: Crime is a huge issue in Albuquerque. We ask Councilor Lewis what can be done to tackle this problem that the current mayor seems unwilling to address.National Politics: We wrap up with a discussion on national politics, contemplating whether the Democrats might replace Joe Biden at this year's convention due to his horrendous polling numbers.#crime #abq #Albuquerque #trump #biden #crimecrisis #border #immigration #sanctuarycity #homeless #newmexico #family #doj #election #gop Website: https://www.nodoubtaboutitpodcast.com/Twitter: @nodoubtpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NoDoubtAboutItPod/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markronchettinm/?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D

Beach Pace has spent her career building strong, efficient teams and collaboratively overcoming challenges to serve the community she loves. First elected to Hillsboro City Council in 2018, Beach is currently serving her second term as City Councilor. As Councilor, she has championed diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI), affordable housing, transportation solutions, COVID-19 response, support of small businesses, expansion of job opportunities, and market rate housing. She also serves on the Budget Committee, the Transportation Committee, the 2035 Committee, the Westside Modal Improvements Study Steering Committee, and the Council Creek Regional Trail Committee. In addition, Beach served as a board member of the League of Oregon Cities for three years and is a founding board alumna of the Westside Queer Resource Center.  Beach found her calling in the social change (nonprofit) sector and currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Columbia Northwest. Her previous experience includes Vice President of Road Trip Nation and service as Vice President and Executive Director of City Year San Jose/Silicon Valley. Before transitioning to nonprofit work, Beach led sales and marketing teams in the public sector.  Beach learned to lead at the United States Military Academy at West Point, where she earned her Bachelor of Science and began her seven-year career with the U.S. Army. There, she served in Explosive Ordnance Disposal as Executive Officer and Commander within the Ordnance branch. Beach also earned her Master of Public Administration from Northern Michigan University.  Beach always finds time for her wife of more than twenty years, Jincy, their two teenage children, and her mother-in-law. Beach boasts her spaghetti-making skills, loves to walk trails in Hillsboro, and she is never too busy to find the fun and positive in everything she does. https://electbeachpace.com City of Hillsboro

6/6/24:  Rep Jim McGovern: D-Day, immigration & Gaza. Rev Andrea Ayvazian & N'hmptn City Councilor Garrick Perry on reparations. Filmmaker Larry Hott: Super Size Me's Morgan Spurlock & RETROGRADE. Ruth Griggs w/ Adam Kahan, from the Oslo  Freedom Forum, producer of  the film "Buster Williams Bass to Infinity."

Betty Janik is in the last year of her first term as a member of the Scottsdale City Council. Find out what it's been like to serve on council – including good and bad surprises – and her take on the most important issues facing the city. Betty has decided not to seek re-election but she's been a consistent contributor to the community and there's no doubt she'll do more of that after her term expires. She has ideas already on how she'll continue to be a champion for Scottsdale.

Host Taylor Inman reads some of the previous week's top stories, including how firefighters battled a blaze in a three-story hotel on Kalispell's west side, why local Whitefish residents are increasingly at odds with the tourism industry's impact on the city, and the details of an upcoming work session requested by Kalispell City Councilor Chad Graham, who wants to take a look at the Flathead Warming Center's conditional use permit. Read these full stories:Kalispell hotel fire damage estimated at $4 millionLocal's sour on tourism's impact on Whitefish Work session on shelter should be limited to council, Graham saysRead more local and state news: Donald Trump Jr. to campaign with Gianforte, Zinke in MissoulaDrunk driver sentenced to 20 years for death of Kalispell pedestrian Native UM student works to create missing persons databaseGlacier Park's Sun Road plowed beyond the LoopVisit DailyInterLake.com to stay up-to-date with the latest breaking news from the Flathead Valley and beyond. Support local journalism and subscribe to us! Watch this podcast and more on our YouTube Channel. Find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Got a news tip, want to place an ad, or sponsor this podcast? Contact us!

Mike Hennesssey Newburyport Parks Manager; Sharif Zeid Newburyport Ward 1 City Councilor

Grace welcomes Erin Murphy, the most outspoken Boston City Councilor, to the show to discuss the decision to put migrants in the wealthy Fort Point neighborhood of Boston.

Join me, "Brooklyn Mike" and co-host DJ Scott West on "The Brooklyn Beef Podcast" on TBMSRadio.com (WBMS-db Radio Geneva, New York). Democratic Candidate (Michael Salotto) for Ward 6 in Geneva New York went to the home of Republican - Brooklyn Mike host of the "Brooklyn Beef" .  Unfortunately, Brooklyn Mike was not at home and Michael Salotto left his phone number on his campaign pamphlet.   This podcast was the next day when Brooklyn Mike contacted Michael Salotto to discuss matters in Geneva, NY.   Listen to this podcast between a Democrat and a Republican.  This podcast is no way an endorsement of this candidate however,  it is a civil conversation between two people on opposite ends of the political spectrum being respectful and passionate for their own political ideology! The "Brooklyn Beef" is a Podcast Series part of "The Brooklyn Mike Show" and TBMSRadio.com (WBMS-db Radio Geneva, New York)  will be a series of podcast topics in dealing with the stupidity and disrespect in people, politics, government, situations, processes, or anything that just really pisses us off!Love. Peace, Music, & God Bless Our Great Nation, the United States of America!This is a great podcast series that can be accessed on TBMSRadio.com (WBMS-db Radio Geneva, New York) or any of your favorite podcast platforms.DOWNLOAD OUR FREE APP. For APPLE or For ANDROID You can also go to your App Store and just search for “Brooklyn Mike” and you will have a Great Free App of Free Music & Entertainment !So please subscribe, share, & consider supporting our podcast shows!Support the show

Beach Pace has spent her career building strong, efficient teams and collaboratively overcoming challenges to serve the community she loves. First elected to Hillsboro City Council in 2018, Beach is currently serving her second term as City Councilor. As Councilor, she has championed diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI), affordable housing, transportation solutions, COVID-19 response, support of small businesses, expansion of job opportunities, and market rate housing. She also serves on the Budget Committee, the Transportation Committee, the 2035 Committee, the Westside Modal Improvements Study Steering Committee, and the Council Creek Regional Trail Committee. In addition, Beach served as a board member of the League of Oregon Cities for three years and is a founding board alumna of the Westside Queer Resource Center.  Beach found her calling in the social change (nonprofit) sector and currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Columbia Northwest. Her previous experience includes Vice President of Road Trip Nation and service as Vice President and Executive Director of City Year San Jose/Silicon Valley. Before transitioning to nonprofit work, Beach led sales and marketing teams in the public sector.  Beach learned to lead at the United States Military Academy at West Point, where she earned her Bachelor of Science and began her seven-year career with the U.S. Army. There, she served in Explosive Ordnance Disposal as Executive Officer and Commander within the Ordnance branch. Beach also earned her Master of Public Administration from Northern Michigan University.  Beach always finds time for her wife of more than twenty years, Jincy, their two teenage children, and her mother-in-law. Beach boasts her spaghetti-making skills, loves to walk trails in Hillsboro, and she is never too busy to find the fun and positive in everything she does. https://electbeachpace.com City of Hillsboro

It's local hour on the Howie Carr Show, and Taunton City Councilor Kelly Dooner joins the show to discuss the horrible policies affecting everyday Americans in Massachusetts. Then, Chris Christie's niece gets served some justice, and Harvard President Claudine Gay gets schooled on Capitol Hill.

Woke, Joke, and SMOKE! The Hamas sympathies have made their way to Boston! Tune in for Grace's reactions to City Councilor Tania Anderson Fernandez's wild comments on the war raging in the Middle East. Then, Emma Foley joins the show to host Woke or Joke, where she tests listeners on real and fake headlines.

Roger Garlock sits with Idaho Speaks to talk about the issues he sees facing Coeur d'Alene and shares his reasons for running to become the next City Councilor.To learn more about Roger, please visit his campaign website at garlock4cda.com

Howie welcomes Methuen City Councilor D. J. Beauregard to the show to discuss the indictment against former police chief Joseph Solomon. Allegedly, Solomon was involved in shady activities, and he's now being charged with fraud and corruption. Then, Dark Brandon is back. He was supposed to be giving remarks about John McCain...and then...

Mayor Wu won't send anyone to the meeting on Mass & Cass, and City Councilor Erin Murphy joins the show to detail the drama at City Hall. Councilor Murphy knows it's an election year, but that doesn't mean it's time to get cute and play with people's lives. Grace discusses the zombie apocalypse scene on the edge of Boston where heroin is free-flowing and women are being raped.

Boston city councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson was mugged while she was out at Mass & Cass, and we have the audio to prove it.

Grace welcomes Boston City Councilor at-large Erin Murphy to the show to discuss the "zombie apocalypse" situation at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Melina Cass Boulevard. Mayor Wu is making moves to end the dangerous tent city, but in a state where everyone has a "right to shelter," will we be responsible for putting these dealers and users up?