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GovLove - A Podcast About Local Government

Engaging Local Government Leaders (ELGL)

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GovLove is a podcast about the people, policies and profession of local government. From Mayors and City Managers to interns and everyone in between, we interview the people making a difference in their communities to learn about the great work being done at the local level. GovLove is brought to you by Engaging Local Government Leaders (ELGL).
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Local Matters Podcast

Local Matters by Janice Allen Jackson

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Local and state governments, though often overshadowed by federal government, have tremendous impact on our quality of life. This podcast provides a valuable service by educating people on how to improve their own quality of life through civic engagement. Various organizations encourage residents to register and vote, but it does not appear that anyone is showing voters how to make good decisions when they do. It feels akin to hiring someone for a job without reviewing the job description. L ...
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Hosted by Rick from DALY Computers (www.daly.com), the Technology Pulse podcast takes a look at new and existing technologies that will benefit the SLED (state/local government, education) sector in Maryland and Virginia. Episodes will feature guests from innovative product/service providers, the DALY team, and strategic partners.
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Cultivating Civility

Diane Kalen-Sukra

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Conversations with civic leaders & sages on tackling toxicity and cultivating civility in our communities. A podcast series hosted by Diane Kalen-Sukra, Save Your City author, speaker and founder of Kalen Academy, an online civic leadership institute.
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The PIO Podcast

Robert Tornabene

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The PIO Podcast is a platform for Public Information Officers (PIO's) and Public Affairs Officers (PAO's) in public sector organizations, including Police, Fire, EMS, FEMA, state, local, and federal government organizations. The podcast aims to facilitate learning, growth, and discussion of issues that PIO's/PAO's may encounter within their profession. If you would like to support the podcast and connect with other PIO's/PAO's, please email us at [email protected].
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PCC Local Time

Nancy Joan Hess

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No other level of government impacts us as much in our daily lives as local government. For the last 40 years I have been talking to managers as an organization consultant and am as fascinated by their work today as when I began. The professional municipal manager is entrusted with a ship that often runs over rough waters even as it delivers vital services to communities. This show is about the ideas and innovation that will drive the future of the profession of municipal management. If you ...
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Ground Floor Government is the podcast for the people who make local government work—behind the scenes. Hosted by David Plappert, founder of PhoneLive.io, this show gives city and county clerks, IT leads, communication pros, and public servants their time at the mic. ㅤ Each week, we dig into what really keeps cities and counties running—last-minute meeting prep, tech shifts, team leadership, and the quiet but essential work of transparency and public service. If you’ve ever hit publish on a ...
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Unmuted: Voices of Leaders

Kellye Mazzoli & Charisse Deschenes

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Hosted by Charisse Deschenes and Kellye Mazzoli, Unmuted is the podcast for leaders in local government and public service who want real conversations about the parts of leadership no one talks about. We explore both the challenges and the wins, from navigating burnout to rediscovering purpose, with honesty and heart. Each episode offers candid insights, personal stories, and practical takeaways to help you grow, stay well, and stay connected in the work you love.
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Made In Walker

City of Walker MI

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The Made In Walker Podcast connects you to the people, stories, and ideas shaping our community. From local innovators to everyday change makers, we are diving deep into what makes Walker Michigan a great place to live, work, and grow. Be sure to "like" and subscribe to Made in Walker so you never miss an episode. To contact us about this podcast please send an email to [email protected].
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Kinni Cast

Tyler Mason

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Welcome to the Kinni Cast, an all-new podcast from the City of River Falls featuring real people with a real purpose. On every episode, you’ll hear from City employees to learn more about the work being done to make River Falls a better place. You’ll learn about what projects they’re working on and what drives them to make a positive impact on the River Falls community. So if you’re curious about what’s next for River Falls and want a peek behind the scenes of City Hall, you’re in the right ...
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The Downballot

David Nir & David Beard

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The Downballot podcast is dedicated to the thousands of elections below the presidency, from Senate to city council. With more than 20 years of experience analyzing U.S. elections, we provide unparalleled insight into congressional, state, and local races nationwide. Tune in every Thursday morning for one-of-a-kind coverage of these key contests. www.the-downballot.com
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Welcome to The Kent Politics Podcast, your go-to source for insightful discussions on local and national political matters. Join us as we take a deep dive into local government across the county, find out what the key decision makers have to say, what your money is being spent on and how the party’s policies could affect how we live. Stay tuned for our regular feature, ‘Westminster Watch', where we dissect the latest developments and decisions shaping the political landscape in the heart of ...
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The 812

Steve Volan / Plateia Media

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The 812 is a daily show about the basic workings of city government in Bloomington, Indiana. Hosted by Steve Volan, a recently-retired five-term member of Bloomington's City Council, The 812's primary feature is a half-hour interview with elected and appointed officials in city government, as well as with members of boards, commissions and not-for-profits providing services to the city. Produced by Plateia Media.
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The Municipal Voice

WNHH-LP 103.5 FM NEW HAVEN

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CCM is the state’s largest, nonpartisan organization of municipal leaders, representing towns and cities of all sizes from all corners of the state, with 168 member municipalities.
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Conduit Street Podcast

Maryland Association of Counties

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From the halls of the State House to the heart of county government, the Conduit Street Podcast breaks down the decisions shaping Marylanders’ daily lives. Produced by the Maryland Association of Counties (MACo), this weekly podcast offers smart, accessible insights on the latest state and local policy — with counties always at the center. Explore how legislation, executive actions, and agency decisions affect essential public services like education, infrastructure, public safety, health, a ...
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The Gaggle: An Arizona politics podcast

The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com

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Helping you keep up with what matters in Arizona's political news. Each week we interview politicians, public figures or journalists to break down one local issue and how it affects your life in Arizona. Coming to you every Wednesday morning, The Gaggle is hosted by The Arizona Republic's national political reporter Ron Hansen and produced by Amanda Luberto.
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Evergreen Perspective: Real Conversations in Southwest Washington Evergreen Perspective is a podcast about the issues shaping Southwest Washington and beyond. Hosted by Ben Christly, the show goes beyond headlines to explore housing, growth, infrastructure, jobs, local politics, and local business through clear, fact-driven conversations. Season 2 puts an even stronger spotlight on our communities here in Clark County and across Southwest Washington. Each episode features voices that matter- ...
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ICMA is a nonprofit dedicated to advancing professional local government management throughout the world. Local Gov Life is a mix of stories, insights, and advice from local government leaders.
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Perspectives on City Management

Texas City Management Association (TCMA)

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The Texas City Management Association (TCMA) presents Perspectives on City Management, a podcast about the people who work hard every day to keep Texas cities running smoothly. In each episode we sit down with city managers and other municipal public servants to discuss the business of local government, and the professionals who make it work. Show topics include Diversity, Equity and Inclusion; City Management; Economic Development; Quality of Life; Next Generation of Leaders; and TCMA initi ...
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Unjumble Michigan politics with MichMash. Each week, Cheyna Roth, Zach Gorchow and Alethia Kasben interview lawmakers and politicos, and unpack the statewide issues that affect you. MichMash is produced by WDET Detroit Public Radio in collaboration with Gongwer News Service. Part of the NPR Network.
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CitiesSpeak With Clarence Anthony

National League of Cities

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CitiesSpeak with Clarence Anthony, a podcast from the National League of Cities, gives listeners an insider’s view of what local leadership in America means today. Featuring conversations between NLC CEO and Executive Director Clarence Anthony and city leaders, policy experts and other guests, the show gets into the biggest issues, challenges and topics facing America’s cities, towns and villages today. Whether it’s talking about what it’s like to have residents protesting on their front law ...
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Texas Tomorrow

Texas Scorecard

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Charles Blain focuses on the issues impacting urban and suburban communities now that will shape the future of Texas for years to come. Texas Tomorrow, a show dedicated to covering the issues important to families living in the fastest growing parts of Texas.
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MS Happenings is your go-to source for political news and events that matter to Mississippians. Hosted by Jim Newman and David Olds, this weekly podcast fills the gap left by traditional news coverage, ensuring that all corners of the Magnolia State—North Mississippi, the Delta, the Coast, and beyond—stay informed. We tackle the kitchen table issues that impact everyday life, from legislative decisions to local policies affecting communities statewide. Whether you live in a bustling city or ...
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Speaking Municipally

Taproot Edmonton

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Taproot Edmonton presents a weekly discussion on key stories in municipal politics. We pay attention to City Council so you don't have to! Join us as we delve into conversations about the context surrounding decisions made at City Hall.
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SEEdPOD

Dr Ruth Adams, South East Employers

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Join Dr. Ruth Adams and an inspiring panel of special guests as they delve into the challenges and pressing issues faced by Local Government organisations. Together, they will explore solutions, share insights, and spark meaningful conversations about the future of local governance.
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Local Government Bulletin

Dullah Omar Institute

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The Local Government Bulletin is a regular publication of the Dullah Omar Institute at the University of the Western Cape. The Bulletin publishes a variety of submissions from policy briefs, case summaries, summaries of legislation, commentaries and opinion pieces. They all relate to the law, policy and financial arrangements affecting local government. The emphasis is on local government in South Africa but articles on local government elsewhere on the African continent and on global issues ...
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Governance Futures

Governance Futures Podcast

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Welcome to Governance Futures - a podcast where we explore how governance works (and fails) in Web3 and beyond. Hosted by Eugene Leventhal and Jamilya Kamalova, each episode dives deep into the evolving principles of coordination, accountability, and collective decision-making in decentralized ecosystems. From DAOs to ancient constitutions, Wikipedia mods to protocol politics, we talk with builders, researchers, organizers, and rebels who are shaping how power is distributed - and who gets t ...
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Four plans in one. Jason Zawila, Planning Manager at the Village of Downers Grove, Illinois and John Houseal, Partner at Houseal Lavigne joined the podcast to discuss the APA Award-Winning Village of Downers Grove Comprehensive Plan update. They discussed the concept of total community development and how the effort updated four plans at the same t…
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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: The VEC calls for legislative change for Victorian council elections A new CEO for Buloke, and a familiar face returns to Wodonga Council Brimbank embroiled in legal disputes Workplace improvement notices placed on Shoalhaven Council for councillor safety NSW Council CEO news, inc…
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Changes are challenging. They can make you or break you. They can throw you into an emotional turmoil, and they are important to understand as you develop your career in local government. In this conversation, Hugh Clapper sits down with Shirley Foxx-Knowles, City Clerk of Tampa, to talk about navigating political, system, and career changes. ㅤ Shi…
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In this episode of Evergreen Perspective, host Ben Christly sits down with Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle, the first woman ever elected mayor of Vancouver, Washington. Together, they dive into the real-life work of running a growing city, from housing and homelessness to infrastructure, budgeting, and the infamous Columbia River Bridge project. You’ll he…
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In this episode of Governance Futures, hosts Jamilya and Eugene speak with Seth Frey, computational social scientist and researcher of governance, common pool resources, and online communities. Seth brings insights from years of studying how people self-organize — from Minecraft servers to DAOs — and explores what digital communities can learn from…
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THE KENT POLITICS PODCAST Episode 86 - Local government reorganisation, Channel Tunnel services back in Kent, and special guest Reform's Richard Tice Welcome to the Kent Politics Podcast! This week, Simon and the team are joined by special guest Richard Tice (Reform UK MP) for a lively discussion on local council developments and national political…
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We reflect on the biggest issues the 2025 campaign. Plus, we cover advance voting turnout and some last little bits of election analysis. Here are the relevant links for this episode: 2021 Election Oct. 15, 2021: Episode 151 - It's Election Thyme Taproot Survey Comparison of Cartmell, Jaffer, Knack, and Walters Candidate Pitches The Taproot Survey …
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With a little more than a year to go until Michigan's next congressional election, we take a look at the current state of affairs for congressional candidates in Michigan. This week on MichMash, WDET's Cheyna Roth and Gongwer News Service's Alethia Kasben explore who's running in the state's US House and Senate races, and where their fundraising st…
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This week on VLGA Connect, the Mayors of Merri-bek City Council and Nillumbik Shire Council join Chris Eddy to talk about a joint councils campaign to raise awareness on transport issues in the fast growing northern metropolitan region and the Northern Council's Alliance's efforts to advocate to the state government for better connectivity. After a…
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THE KENT POLITICS PODCAST Episode 89 - Council’s £4k cock-up, Rachel Reeves pays a visit, and special guest Cllr Amelia Randall Episode Highlights: A costly parish council blunder triggers a £4,000 election in Birchington. Medway hosts a heated debate on flags and British identity. Chancellor Rachel Reeves visits Dartford to push for faster deliver…
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Mike Chiemlewski talks with Alyson Richman about her 10th novel, The Missing Pages. Alyson explains why she writes historical novels and the research that she puts into learning about the time period. In the novel, Violet Hutchins is working as a page at the Widener Library. When mysterious things begin happening at the library, Violet wonders if H…
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Palmer High School students created a Fun Run to earn money for the CCC Early Learning. The Fun Fun will take place at the Palmer High School Cross Country Trails on Sunday, October 19th. Palmer High students will be along the race route, handing out candy. There will be a diaper dash, a 1K run, and a 5k run. The event starts with a costume contest…
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Dylan Blankenship of Blankenship Farms visits with Ken Hoffman on Ag Matters. Dylan says, “I’m a plowboy, not a cowboy.” He explains to Ken the different levels of hay and their grading system. This knowledge helps set prices and allows the consumer to know the quality of the hay. Dylan discusses the growing season and the role of fertilizers. If y…
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In this episode of Governance Futures, hosts Jamilya and Eugene speak with Amber Case (Cyborg Anthropologist), technologist, author, and founder of the Calm Technology Institute. Case explores how humans and technology co-evolve — a field she helped pioneer as one of the world’s leading voices in cyborg anthropology. The conversation dives into les…
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Looking to see more “fightback” from Democrats? It’s happening all the time—at the state level. Joining us on this week’s episode of The Downballot podcast is Gaby Goldstein, the founder of State Futures, a new organization devoted to organizing Democratic state lawmakers. Gaby explains how her group fills a major infrastructure gap by helping Demo…
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Melanie Vehslage works for the Youth Services Bureau, which serves to "reduce negative childhood conditions" in Monroe County. A department of county government, the Bureau also strives to promote what they call "safe, stable, nurturing relationships and environments" for local youth, which is part of Vehslage's job as their Prevention Coordinator.…
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How do you turn unexpected opportunities into a lasting career of service? On this episode of Ground Floor Government, host Hugh Clapper speaks with Vanessa Joseph, elected City Clerk for the City of North Miami and practicing immigration attorney. ㅤ Vanessa shares her journey as the daughter of Haitian immigrants, her initial plan to return to Hai…
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In less than a year, Arizonans will have a chance to decide who to send to Washington for the final two years of President Donald Trump's second administration. David Schweikert stepping away from CD1 makes his open seat a hot competition for Republicans to keep and Democrats to flip. In CD6, candidates are already lined up to take the district for…
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Send us a text Summary: In this episode, Tiffany Muehlbauer, CEO of ARMA Communications, discusses the importance of proactive communication strategies for public sector organizations. She introduces the Pool Theory, which emphasizes the need for consistent community engagement to build trust and visibility before a crisis occurs. Tiffany provides …
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In this episode, David Olds and Jim Newman discuss the implications of HR1, the 'Big Beautiful Bill', with guest Kathleen O'Beirne. They explore how the bill affects tax policies, Medicaid cuts, and the overall economic landscape in Mississippi. Kathleen emphasizes the importance of grassroots activism and community engagement in addressing these i…
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The Tony award-winning Broadway sensation premieres on October 24th, so get your tickets EARLY and beat the rush! Support the talented local performers and musicians as they bring this one-of-a-kind musical to the Glenn Massay Theatre stage. This production does have mature themes, and we encourage guests to do their own research regarding the cont…
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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Another monitor for Whittlesea as a Commission of Inquiry report raises serious governance concerns Maribyrnong’s Mayor back at work as his legal proceedings end Councils unite against an unpopular tax A council lobbying for councillor term limits Parramatta Council sacks its CEO …
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The local university enrolls 43,000 students in person but only houses 13,000 of them. The other 30,000, almost all of them tenants, live in the city of Bloomington, a city that is only 80,000, students included. That's where our guest comes in. Stacee Williams is the director of Student Legal Services at IUB. They're a full-service civil law firm …
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Alissa, Mike, and Kate recount a dramatic week as an arson suspect is taken into custody for allegedly starting a fire which smoldered underground for a week, then rekindled in high winds to become the deadly Palisades Fire. Analysis of LAFD’s after-action report reveals more communications breakdowns. Plus, ballots for Prop 50 hit mailboxes. Forme…
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Some names turn into anchors for a whole community. Trevor Slot is one of those names. We open the door to his life through vivid memories, honest grief, and the living legacy he left inside the Walker Police Department and within the hearts of his daughters. What you’ll hear isn’t a eulogy—it’s a map for how kindness, humor, and everyday presence …
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Charisse and Kellye explore the deeper aspects of leadership, focusing on self-awareness, the inner story of leaders, the impact of their presence on teams, and the importance of personal growth. They emphasize that true leadership is about serving others and understanding how one's leadership style affects those around them. The conversation encou…
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For Questions or Comments Send us a Text Message Ever looked at a dental bill and wondered how a routine cleaning turned into a tangle of codes and surprise charges? We dig into the hidden world of dental insurance fraud—upcoding, unbundling, phantom billing, and double charging—and explain how these tactics quietly raise your costs and erode trust…
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Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A suspended mayor’s court challenge edges closer A rural mayor calls for sector support for its battle with the EPA A NSW councillor resigns, amid reported financial troubles Asbestos contamination concerns widen in Liverpool A copper smelter rescue package welcomed in Queensland …
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We dive into how much money candidates have raised and been forced to declare. Plus, we paid a visit to the mayor's office for an exit interview. Here are the relevant links for this episode: Bike lanes Valley Line West: 102 Avenue bike lanes temporarily moving to 103 Avenue Campaign disclosures Voters told Taproot they want campaign contributions …
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In this episode of PCC Local Time, produced in collaboration with the Association of Pennsylvania Municipal Management (APMM), host Nancy Hess explores the evolving relationship between universities and their surrounding communities — the so-called “Town Gown” connection. Our guests — borough managers from three Pennsylvania university towns — refl…
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