Podcasts about city managers

City Council accepted Andrew Trivette's resignation in a quickly scheduled special meeting on Wednesday

This week, the City Manager discusses citizen's addressing the City Council with their concerns on battery and date centers and law enforcement license plate readers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Key Takeaways:The ERC program focuses on building long-term economic resilience.It funds people and capacity, not just projects.Communities gain repeatable local controllable tools for investment.Economic development is a relational function, not just technical.Local governments can be conveners and enablers of economic growth.Community capital allows residents to invest in local businesses.The ERC experience emphasizes the importance of trust and relationships.Resilience is built through alignment with community priorities. Featured Guests:Sydney DavisEntrepreneur & Funding Navigation SpecialistERC Fellow with National Coalition for Community Capital ResourcesEconomic Recovery Corps (ERC)Community Investment Fund Handbook & Toolkit: The National Coalition for Community Capital is a great resource. NC3 offers practical education, case studies, and tools that help communities understand what's possible beyond traditional grants and incentives—and how to approach these models responsibly. 

Running a town is an act of stewardship — of land, money, people, and possibility.Ojai City Manager Ben Harvey joins host Bret Bradigan for a candid, wide-ranging conversation about what that stewardship looks like in practice. We unpack the real constraints of municipal governance — housing mandates, fiscal realities, and the delicate balance between preservation and change.And then we talk music.From Jonathan Richman and the Modern Lovers to Okkervil River and Damien Jurado, we reflect on how live music shapes community — and tease some exciting possibilities for Libbey Bowl this coming season.Because in Ojai, civic life isn't just policy. It's culture. It's memory. It's the shared experience of gathering under the oaks for a show.A conversation not just about how towns are run, but how they are felt.

City Manager Heather Ussery recaps Monday night’s Knoxville City Council meeting.

This week, the City Manager discusses Planning Commission discussions on date centers in Portage and upcoming events including the Winter Blast run/walkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Council Bill No. 2026-014: An Ordinance Amending the Annual Budget for Various FundsCouncil Bill No. 2026-015: An Ordinance Amending Chapters 2, 5, 6, 22, 23, 25.5 and 26 of the Champaign Municipal Code, 1985Council Bill No. 2026-016: A Resolution Approving the Foersterling Farm Area General PlanCouncil Bill No. 2026-017: A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Illinois Public Works Mutual Aid NetworkCouncil Bill No. 2026-018: A Resolution Approving a Change Order with Truck Centers, Inc. for Fire Engine Repairs Council Bill No. 2026-019: A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement for the Fire Station No. 1 Dorm HVAC Project 

The NWS says heavy snowfall with rates up to 2 inches per hour is possible today with snow levels expected to fall to around 1500-2500 feet. On Wednesday, snow levels could drop down to 1000 feet along the Sierra and below 1000 feet in the northern Sacramento Valley.Tim Kiser, Grass Valley's City Manager since 2017, gave notice to the city last Friday that he has accepted a job with the West Valley Sanitation District in Santa Clara County. He will begin his new job in March.

In this episode of the Dover Download podcast, Deputy City Manager Christopher Parker chats with City Manager J. Michael Joyal, Jr., about the City of Dover's proposed fiscal year 2027 budget, which was presented to the City Council on Feb. 11, 2026. Joyal, presenting his 21st budget to the council, provides an overview of the 900-page document, which reflects total spending of $227.4 million across all funds, an overall increase of 8.9%. The general fund, supported by property taxes, is proposed at approximately $183 million. Joyal highlights a notable development: for the first time, revenue from the downtown Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district exceeds the amount needed to cover parking garage debt, allowing excess funds to flow into the general fund and help offset the property tax increase for all taxpayers. The proposed budget exceeds the tax cap by approximately $877,000, meaning adoption would require a two-thirds council vote. For the average residential property valued at $527,000, the overall tax bill increase would be roughly $365. Other significant budget items include school department funding, a COPS grant match for a police officer position, body-worn camera maintenance, increased street and infrastructure funding, the final year of the bag-and-tag program before converting to a toter system, and utility rate adjustments. Joyal outlines the council's budget review schedule through the anticipated April 1st adoption date and encourages residents to stay engaged through public hearings, workshops, and online resources available at the city's Budget Revealed webpage.

The city of Floresville has a new city manager, following a unanimous vote from council members during the Feb. 12 regular meeting. Andrew Munoz will join the city Wednesday, Feb. 18. He takes the helm following the year-long leadership of Interim City Manager Monica Veliz, who stepped into the position after City Manager Andy Joslin's termination in December 2024. “You asked me to work with Mr. Munoz on coming to terms on an employment agreement that would be considered by council, which we have now discussed in executive session,” said Interim City Attorney Lea Ream. “So your city charter requires...Article Link

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More club sackings puts more canidates on the table for the LCFC hot seat. Which way will Kuhn Top & John Rudkin jump and why is it taking so long? #LCFC #Leicester #Leicestercity #leicestercityfc #foxes #championship #efl #football #soccer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send a textIn this episode, Newberg Mayor Bill Rosacker and City Manager Will Worthy join the podcast to talk about the current state of our city. We discuss what's going well, what has changed over the past several years, some of the the challenges Newberg is facing, and how decisions are made when it comes to growth, infrastructure, housing, and the city budget.We also talk about the roles of the City Manager and Mayor, how residents can stay informed and involved, and what both leaders are hopeful about as they look ahead. If you've ever wondered how city government works behind the scenes and how it impacts your everyday life, this conversation will give you a better understanding.Some of the other topics discussed include:Collina housing project densityUrban growth boundaryTraffic light camerasNewberg's focus on debt reductionWill's new contract with the cityThe old mill siteNewberg water bill costsRiver Street projectRiverfront master planTo learn more about the City of Newberg, visit www.newbergoregon.govThis podcast is brought to you by The Joyful Roberts Group, a local family-run real estate team led by Daniel Roberts. To subscribe to our newsletter, click the link.TJRG AdSupport the show

Send us a text and chime in!The City of Flagstaff is hosting a meet and greet event for members of the community to meet and provide feedback on candidates for the Deputy City Manager position. The City began its competitive search following the appointment of former Deputy City Manager, Joanne Keene, to the role of City Manager. The City received 184 applications and six finalists have been invited to participate in in-person interviews and an in-person public meet and greet event on Wednesday, Feb. 11 from 5 -6:45 p.m. at Flagstaff City Hall in Council Chambers (211 W Aspen Ave). The final candidate names and a... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/six-finalists-named-in-flagstaff-deputy-city-manager-search/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

ETP Red River Valley Today with guest Paris City Manager Rose Beverly - Rose Beverly gives an update on the city's long-term plan. Eric and Rose also talk about public works and a new survey coming for Paris folks to participate in, going to long-term planning. 

What does an "AI-ready culture" look like in city government? What are the common cultural barriers to AI adoption? How does AI create efficiencies in city operations? How should local government leaders evaluate AI vendors and their promises? How do you ensure accountability when AI systems are involved in public safety or other critical city services? Join host Michael J. Keegan as he explores these questions and more with Micah Gaudet, Deputy City Manager, City of Maricopa, Arizona and a nationally recognized voice on applied AI in local government next week on The Business of Government Hour.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Indianaola City Manager Jake Meshke.  

José Madrigal, City Manager for the City of Durango, Colorado joined the podcast to talk about leadership and changing culture. He discussed his decision to take on the City Manager job and how he decided to leave Texas for Colorado. He shared how he got to know the organization, figured out what to change, and how he has worked to break down silos in the organization and create a unified leadership team. Host: Ben Kittelson

WHITEFISH CITY MANAGER DANA MEEKER TRT: 12:28 GROWTH POLICY/DEVELOPMENT/PROPERTY TAXES

Michael Sargis, City Manager of North Lauderdale, brings nearly four decades of local government experience to this conversation with podcast host Steve Vancore. From starting as a college intern to serving as Parks and Recreation Director for 29 years, Michael now leads a city of 46,000 residents in just five square miles. He discusses the city's “PROUD” initiative—Professionalism, Respect, Outreach, Unity, and Dedication—and the impact it has had on internal culture, career development, and service delivery.

Before becoming a city manager, Chris Mann built a career around public affairs, public relations, and political campaign messaging. In this episode, we talk about how important it is for city managers and other public sector executives to cultivate an image or identity that they can use to differentiate themselves during the job search process. By narrating your own story, you will be able to illustrate and articulate how your skills and abilities uniquely position for success. We also spend time talking about how we both pivoted from the world of politics into the city management profession and walked a very non-traditional path.   SHOW NOTES: Links to Chris Mann's LinkedIn profile and Gov360 Podcast Previous interview with Chris: Ep. 127: Knowing Your Why & Being Prepared to Execute Subscribe to my FREE weekly newsletter. It is called the "City Manager News & Job Board" newsletter and can be found here: https://cmnews.beehiiv.com/ AAME MEMBERSHIP: To join the American Association of Municipal Executives (AAME), sign up at this link: https://community.aame.org/ AAME JOB BOARD: The AAME has a free job board exclusively focused on executive and senior level local government recruitments. To post a job, go to: https://jobs.aame.org/ SUPPORT THE PODCAST: If you would like to support the podcast by making a donation, please use the "Buy Me A Coffee" link. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple or your preferred platform if you enjoy the show. It helps tremendously. But more importantly, refer your friends and peers to podcast through personal conversations and posts on your social media platforms. Joe Turner's LinkedIn Page Note: Page may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Send us a textWe team up with the Engage Jeffco podcast to explain the similarities, differences and partnerships between the City of Arvada and Jefferson County. Johnny Hart and Carly Moore from Jefferson County Public Affairs help explain who runs what, who pays for it, and how the City and the County collaborate on roads, human services, and more. In this episode: Jefferson County leadership (Board of County Commissioners and other elected officials)Arvada City Council structure and appointed leadership (City Manager, City Attorney and the Judge)Jefferson County property taxes and where that money goes toCounty services vs city servicesAsk Arvada portal and key phone lines for issues such as water or sewer line breaks, streetlight outages and animal management issuesJefferson County engagement opportunities: public meetings, town halls, boards and commissions, Engage Jeffco newsletter, Engage Jeffco podcast News and events: Sheridan sewer line replacement is nearly complete with most side streets open and the trail reopening soonArvada Winterfest is Saturday, Feb. 28 from 11 a.m. to 4p.m. in Olde Town ArvadaSign up for Visit Arvada's newsletter for the best way to stay up to date on everything happening in Arvada, including A Chocolate Affair, a fundraiser for Ralston House that takes place Saturday, Feb. 7 Visit us at arvadaco.gov/podcast or email us at podcast@arvada.org.

Knoxville City Manager Heather Ussery recaps Monday night’s Knoxville City Council meeting.

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Reedley City Manager Nicole Zieba joins Broeske & Musson in studio to discuss a recent FBI raid on a Las Vegas home that uncovered a suspected illegal biolab tied directly to the notorious Reedley, CA operation. Property records connect the Las Vegas site to the same individuals linked to Reedley’s dangerous stockpile of infectious agents, including HIV, malaria, and dengue fever. Authorities also recovered vials of unknown liquids and lab equipment similar to what was found in Reedley. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Broeske & Musson' on all platforms: --- The ‘Broeske & Musson Podcast’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- ‘Broeske & Musson' Weekdays 9-11 AM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Facebook | Podcast| X | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The DeCesare Group Podcast, join Jim DeCesare for his conversation with Bowling Green City Manager Jeff Meisel. https://www.bgky.org/Meisel began his career with the City in 2002 as City Treasurer, was promoted to Chief Financial Officer in 2006, and became City Manager in 2018.He's only the sixth city manager in Bowling Green's history!Meisel has an update on the long awaited Riverfront Project as well as other exciting developments in the city of Bowling Green.Catch The DeCesare Group Podcast on your favorite podcasting platform and every Sunday morning at 7 on 95.1-WGGC. If you enjoy The DeCesare Group Podcast, leave us a review, and to learn more about The DeCesare Group visit our website, https://www.thedecesaregroup.com/

February 2, 2026 - Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe and City Manager Melissa Hon joined Byers & Co to talk about Melissa being named as City Manager, her path to the position, the search process, and her plans for the future. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does it take to keep Broken Arrow one of the safest and most vibrant cities in Oklahoma? In this episode, we sit down with City Manager Michael Spurgeon and Mayor Wimpey to pull back the curtain on the upcoming April 2026 General Obligation (GO) Bond. We dive deep into the eight critical propositions on the April 7th ballot—ranging from essential infrastructure like roads and storm water management to exciting quality-of-life upgrades like a new Senior Center and indoor pickleball courts. You'll also learn about the unique "Proposition 8," a temporary sales tax designed to turn Broken Arrow into a premier sports tournament destination, ensuring that visitors help foot the bill for our local field upgrades. If you care about how your city grows, how your tax dollars are spent, and what the future of public safety looks like in your neighborhood, this is a must-watch conversation.Show Notes[00:00] City Government 101: Understanding the City Manager vs. Strong-Mayor structure.[03:45] The April 2026 GO Bond: Why April 7th is a critical date for BA residents.[07:20] Strengthening Public Safety: Plans for two new fire stations and enhanced early warning sirens.[12:15] Quality of Life & Parks: Moving the Senior Center and the expansion of the Rose District Plaza.[18:30] Proposition 8 Deep Dive: The temporary 5-year sales tax for sports facilities.Why turfing our fields is an economic game-changer.How 40-45% of the funding will come from visitors, not just residents.[25:10] The Two-Year Planning Process: How citizen surveys and town halls shaped these propositions.[29:45] How to Get Involved: Details on the four public forums coming in March.[32:00] Closing Thoughts: Where to find the full package at BrokenArrowOK.govBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/brews-business--5630487/support.

Seit Ende des letzten Jahres decken sich der Zoo Zürich und eine Stahlbaufirma mit Vorwürfen ein. Beim Streit ging es um die Bauarbeiten für die neue Voliere. Nachdem der Zoo die Zusammenarbeit aufgelöst hat, droht der Firma der Konkurs. Das Vorgehen des Zoos löste Kritik aus. Nun reagiert er. Weitere Themen: · Bundesgericht entscheidet gegen Solaranlage in der Winterthurer Altstadt. · Grundsteinlegung für erstes queeres Alterszentrum von Zürich. · Umfrage: Bevölkerung im Kanton Zürich leidet unter Wachstumsschmerzen. · Zürcher Tonhalle mit Verlust von fast einer Million Franken · Schaffhausen: Was plant der City-Manager für die nächsten drei Jahre?

We all have some wild and funny stories from our city manager careers. Why? Because we interact with people on a daily basis and people are crazy! In this episode, Tim Rundel, one of the most popular guests of the show, recounts the insanities and inanities of his city management life spanning stints in California and Oklahoma.  If you have some funny stories, surreal first council meetings, or absolutely incredible first-day on the job stories -- and you want to share them on the podcast -- please get in touch. I would love to feature you on the podcast in either a stand alone episode or in a compilation episode featuring contributions from other managers. SHOW NOTES: Tim Rundel's LinkedIn profile Previous interviews with Tim: Ep. 8: City of Weed: A Sitcom About City Manager Life Ep. 110: It Just Takes One to Ruin It Ep. 111: We Carry the Trauma to Our Next Job Subscribe to my FREE weekly newsletter. It is called the "City Manager News & Job Board" newsletter and can be found here: https://cmnews.beehiiv.com/ AAME MEMBERSHIP: To join the American Association of Municipal Executives (AAME), sign up at this link: https://community.aame.org/ AAME JOB BOARD: The AAME has a free job board exclusively focused on executive and senior level local government recruitments. To post a job, go to: https://jobs.aame.org/ SUPPORT THE PODCAST: If you would like to support the podcast by making a donation, please use the "Buy Me A Coffee" link. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple or your preferred platform if you enjoy the show. It helps tremendously. But more importantly, refer your friends and peers to podcast through personal conversations and posts on your social media platforms. Joe Turner's LinkedIn Page Note: Page may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

City of St. Augustine City Manager David Birchim join us in studio!

Host: Kelsey Coleman Guest: Kimberly Bullen Air date: Jan 21, 2026

The First Lady of Water returns. Cathy Bailey, Assistant City Manager for the City of Cincinnati, Ohio, joined the podcast to talk about her transition from Executive Director of Greater Cincinnati Water works to the City Manager's Office. She discussed highlights from her time leading the utility, how her background informs how she approaches the job as an Assistant City Manager, and the importance of community engagement. Cathy shared how she shifted the culture of the utilities department from customer-first to employee-first and why that was important. She also reflected on local government trends from the last 10 years. Host: Ben Kittelson

How the next fiscal budget may impact the state's immigrant population. Also, learning more about the new city CEO and her priorities for the coming year. Plus, free community concert returns to Nevada City next week.

In this podcast we will examine different forms of governance for cities, evaluating the pros and cons of each. We'll also delve into how civic leaders think about the first responder community, emergency management in general and technology. We will be hearing from someone with vast experience in government having held a wide variety of positions.  Harry Black the podcast guest is a seasoned executive with extensive leadership experience in both the public and private sectors. He has served as city manager, Chief administrative officer, chief financial officer, program manager, and chief procurement officer, consistently driving organizational transformation through best practices and outcome-based strategies. A pioneer in performance management, Black has developed and implemented data-driven programs that enhance transparency, accountability, and service delivery. His integrated approach incorporates data analytics, lean techniques, smart technologies, and citistat programs to optimize government performance.  In public financial management, Black has led major municipal finance efforts, overseeing more than $5 billion in bond transactions, including general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, and short-term banknotes.  An accomplished author and speaker, Black has published works on economic development, pension and healthcare reform, and performance management. He has delivered presentations on police-community relations, infrastructure development, public procurement, and long-term financial planning.   Black holds a BS in Public Administration from Virginia State University, an MA in Public Administration from the University of Virginia, and a Doctor of Humane Letters from Virginia State University.Please visit our sponsors!L3Harris Technologies' BeOn PPT App. Learn more about this amazing product here: www.l3harris.com Visit The Readiness Lab and learn about our Next Level Emergency Management training! https://www.thereadinesslab.com/Impulse: Bleeding Control Kits by professionals for professionals: www.dobermanemg.com/impulseDoberman Emergency Management Group provides subject matter experts in planning and training: www.dobermanemg.comCheck out how you can use digital twins in your training, exercising, and planning using RSET https://rset.com/ For sponsorship requests, check out our Sponsorship Portfolio here or email us at contact@thereadinesslab.com

Behind the Mitten - Michigan's premier radio show and podcastSeason 11 begins with "Winter Fun in Marquette"! Co-hosts John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman of Behind the Mitten take you behind the scenes to some of the Upper Peninsula's biggest events.Segment 1-Susan Estler, Travel Marquette - travelmarquette.comSegment 2 - Nate Heffron, City Manager for Negaunee, and member of the DDA, talks about the legend behind Heikki Lunta (Feb. 6-8) - travelmarquette.com/heikkiluntaSegment 3 - Julie Cullen, Director of the Meijer State Winter Games (Feb. 6-8) - stategamesofmichigan.comSegment 4 - Ross Anthony, president of the UP200 dogsled race (Feb. 12-16) - up200.org 

Eric Williams, City Manager of Inverness, shares the city's guiding principle: plan, fund, execute. He and host Steve Vancore discuss the importance of strategic project planning in preserving Inverness's small-town charm while encouraging economic growth. Eric reflects on his nearly seven years as assistant city manager, his focus on bringing private investment into Citrus County's seat, and his perspective on balancing introspective governance with business-like efficiency. The episode also touches on home rule and Inverness's proactive approach to state relations.

Hi everyone and WELCOME BACK! We are back in the saddle our studio is back up and running and please enjoy our first 2026 visit with our very own cousin Fred Presley singer, songwriter, whistleblower, systems thinker, City Manager, unbelievable . Great story great person.

In this episode, we explore Scottsdale's brand-new Constituent Services team. Learn how the city is providing fast, personalized support to residents, what makes this service model unique, and how it's designed to help navigate city programs, services, and issues. Guests Will Brooks, assistant to the City Manager, and Ross Heyl, Constituent Services supervisor, share how the department works, what residents can expect, and what success looks like as Scottsdale rolls out this innovative approach to connecting with the community.

As TCMA continues celebrating 100 years, relationships have been foundational to the success of the association and careers of its members. In this episode, TCMA members share how the relationships they have formed have had a lasting impacting personally and professionally.GUESTS:Paulette Hartman, City Manager, City of North Richland HillsMark Israelson, City Manager, City of PlanoDavid Morgan, City Manager, City of GeorgetownGina Nash, City Manager, City of Sachse

McKinney police charged the son of the city's former city manager with capital murder Monday after finding 73-year old Frank Ragan and his wife, 72-year old Jackie Ragan dead with stab wounds in their living room just days after Christmas. In other news, Rep. Jasmine Crockett said Monday she's the more experienced, proven progressive option for Democrats as she competes with state Rep. James Talarico for the party's Senate nomination; Federal officials on Monday announced funding amounts for its new rural health program. Texas will receive more than $281 million, more than any other state; nd Razzoo's, the Cajun restaurant chain that started in Dallas in 1991 and filed for bankruptcy in 2025, has been purchased by North Texas company M Crowd. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, we talk with City Manager Chris White about the 2026 budget. He shares the priorities reflected from the City Council for the upcoming year. The wide ranging conversation gets to a little bit of everything including some favorite Christmas memories. We hope you enjoy the show and thanks for tuning in!

It's moment you have been waiting for all year! From new forms of government, interesting case studies, and tales from local government leaders our episodes covered a wide array of all that goes into local government. To celebrate 2025 and look forward to 2026, the GovLove co-hosts teamed up to give out the most prestigious award in local government podcasting. Lauren, Dan, Meredith, and Ben each selected three of their favorite episodes to award a GovieLovie. Hosts: Lauren Palmer, Dan Bolin, Meredith Reynolds, & Ben Kittelson   The 2025 GovieLovies Lauren The Scenic Route to City Hall with Peggy Flynn, Petaluma, CA Leading ICMA and the Roots of Professional Government with Julia Novak, ICMA Sparks Pilot Program with Grace Hanne, Johnson County KS Dan Leadership and Change Management with Kelly McAdoo, Santa Barbara, CA Land Use Planning and Residential Segregation with Scott Markley, National Zoning Atlas Development and Customer Service with JC Hudgison, Tampa, FL Meredith Public Service and Responsive Government with Brooks Williams, Ferris, TX Staying Authentic with Aarón Zavala, Pleasanton, CA The Real Ice Town with Tim Blakeslee, Plymouth, WI Ben From the Fire House to the City Manager's Office with Bryan Dehner and Donna Lake Change Management and Implementing a New Form of Government with Michael Jordan, Portland, OR An ICMA Conference Recap, Leadership, Urban Revitalization, and Hot Wings - GovLove Island Pizza Mike Producer Pick Public Service and Responsive Government with Brooks Williams, Ferris, TX

From new a reimagining of the Beckley Road corridor, changes with the WK Kellogg Company and hiring of a new City Manager, it was a year of transition for Battle Creek. Mayor Mark Behnke, new City Manager Amanda Zimmerlin and Assistant City Manager Ted Dearing talk to Community Matters about the accomplishments and struggles of 2025 while looking ahead at the opportunities for the Cereal City in 2026. Episode ResourcesCity of Battle Creek WebsiteABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERS Former WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) returns to host Community Matters, an interview program focused on community leaders and newsmakers in and around Battle Creek. Community Matters is heard Saturdays, 8:00 AM Eastern on WBCK-FM (95.3) and anytime at battlecreekpodcast.com.Community Matters is sponsored by Lakeview Ford Lincoln and produced by Livemic Communications.Do you have a non-profit you'd like to hear highlighted on Community Matters? Go to our website and let us know! 

CAUGHT ON TAPE!  In this episode, we have a recorded phone conversation between a city manager and a state transportation official who was cited on a criminal trespassing charge. The state official repeatedly suggests that he will make things difficult for the city manager and his city if the charge is not taken care of. Such was the dilemma facing Brian Daily when he was serving as the city manager for a small town in Kansas. Brian was also a guest on Episode 109 of the podcast where we talked about how he had saved taxpayers tens of thousands of dollars simply by reviewing their property and liability insurance coverage. You can listen to that episode here. SHOW NOTES Brian Daily's LinkedIn Profile AAME JOB BOARD: The American Association of Municipal Executives has a free job board exclusively focused on executive and senior level local government recruitments. To post a job, go to: https://jobs.aame.org/ SUPPORT THE PODCAST: Subscribe to my FREE weekly newsletter hosted on LinkedIn. It is called the "City Manager News & Job Board" newsletter and can be found here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/city-manager-rtrs-job-board-7164683251112992768/ If you would like to support the podcast by making a donation, please use the "Buy Me A Coffee" link. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple or your preferred platform if you enjoy the show. It helps tremendously. But more importantly, refer your friends and peers to podcast through personal conversations and posts on your social media platforms. Joe Turner's LinkedIn Page City Manager Unfiltered YouTube Page - Subscribe Today! Note: Page may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.  

GIVEAWAY - send us a message and let us know your favorite thing about the Square Pizza Pod. We are giving away SchermCo swag to the first three people that send us a note!On this episode of the Square Pizza Pod, Greg sits down with Danielle Frazier, Special Assistant to the City Manager for Workforce Development in the City of Charlotte and longtime girls flag football coach. They talk about what it really takes to build pathways to good jobs, why a one cent sales tax for transportation is actually a mobility and opportunity strategy, and how a career that started in one local organization has grown into national leadership.From coaching high school flag football and renovating bathrooms with her dad to helping design Charlotte's first Office of Workforce Development and chairing the United States Conference of Mayors Workforce Development Council, Danielle shares a grounded, hopeful view of what is possible when cities, schools, employers, and residents pull in the same direction.In this episode, you will hear:How growing up in a football family and coaching girls flag football shapes Danielle's leadership with young people and teamsA clear, accessible definition of workforce development and how Charlotte's new Office of Workforce Development and strategic plan are bringing that vision to lifeWhat Charlotte's historic transportation and mobility investment could mean for thousands of future jobs in construction, skilled trades, professional services, and small businessesHow the Education to Employment initiative with Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools is creating direct pathways from high school graduation into full-time roles with the City of CharlotteWhy employer engagement and emerging tools like artificial intelligence are becoming essential to a healthy, future-ready workforce ecosystemIf you care about economic mobility, public investment, or connecting young people and adults to meaningful work in growing cities, this is a conversation you will want to hear.Support the show

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