GovLove - A Podcast About Local Government
1,112 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 208 ratingsGovLove 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).
Homepage Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Episodes
#329 Building Strong Towns with Chuck Marohn
May 15, 2020 12:55 - 1 hour - 104 MBA bottom-up revolution. Chuck Marohn, the Founder and President of Strong Towns, joined the podcast to discuss about his new book and the work he is doing to shape the conversation about development in cities. He shared what led him to leave the engineering and planning field to start Strong Towns and his new book, Strong Towns, A Bottom-Up Revolution to Rebuild American Prosperity. He talked about how the way America has built cities since World War II has led to developments that do not ge...
#347 Building Strong Towns with Chuck Marohn
May 15, 2020 12:55 - 1 hour - 104 MBA bottom-up revolution. Chuck Marohn, the Founder and President of Strong Towns, joined the podcast to discuss about his new book and the work he is doing to shape the conversation about development in cities. He shared what led him to leave the engineering and planning field to start Strong Towns and his new book, Strong Towns, A Bottom-Up Revolution to Rebuild American Prosperity. He talked about how the way America has built cities since World War II has led to developments that do not ge...
#328 Smart Cities & Government Technology with Jonathan Reichental
May 12, 2020 13:47 - 48 minutes - 56 MBSmart cities for dummies. Jonathan Reichental, is the CEO of Human Future, author, and former Chief Information Officer of Palo Alto, CA. He joined the podcast to talk about the role of government technology and his view on what makes a smart city. He also shared what he thinks the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on government technology will be and how organizations will change. Jonathan discussed a book on smart cities that he is writing and a new training for public sector leaders. Hos...
#346 Smart Cities & Government Technology with Jonathan Reichental
May 12, 2020 13:47 - 48 minutes - 56 MBSmart cities for dummies. Jonathan Reichental, is the CEO of Human Future, author, and former Chief Information Officer of Palo Alto, CA. He joined the podcast to talk about the role of government technology and his view on what makes a smart city. He also shared what he thinks the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on government technology will be and how organizations will change. Jonathan discussed a book on smart cities that he is writing and a new training for public sector leaders. Hos...
#327 Addressing Equity During COVID-19 with Shannon Hardin, Columbus, OH
May 08, 2020 12:33 - 52 minutes - 60.1 MBIf it's not for all, it's not for us. Shannon Harding, the Council President for the City of Columbus, Ohio, joined the podcast to talk about how the City is responding to COVID-19 and the policy responses they are pursuing. He discussed the disparate impacts of the pandemic on marginalized communities and how they are bringing equity into the response, from providing a hotel for homeless community members to supporting black businesses. Shannon also shared his career path into public servic...
#345 Addressing Equity During COVID-19 with Shannon Hardin, Columbus, OH
May 08, 2020 12:33 - 52 minutes - 60.1 MBIf it's not for all, it's not for us. Shannon Harding, the Council President for the City of Columbus, Ohio, joined the podcast to talk about how the City is responding to COVID-19 and the policy responses they are pursuing. He discussed the disparate impacts of the pandemic on marginalized communities and how they are bringing equity into the response, from providing a hotel for homeless community members to supporting black businesses. Shannon also shared his career path into public servic...
#326 Human Resources Response to COVID-19 with Greg Preece and Matt Hartleib
May 05, 2020 12:40 - 1 hour - 76.9 MBFrom preparation to reopening. Greg Preece, Human Resources Manager in Oakland, California, and Matt Hartleib, Human Resources Manager in La Porte, Texas, joined the podcast to talk about how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted their organizations. They shared how each human resources office prepared and managed the crisis, as well as the unique leave and telework dynamics of their organizations. They also discussed the planning process for reopening each workplace as states begin to relax st...
#344 Human Resources Response to COVID-19 with Greg Preece and Matt Hartleib
May 05, 2020 12:40 - 1 hour - 76.9 MBFrom preparation to reopening. Greg Preece, Human Resources Manager in Oakland, California, and Matt Hartleib, Human Resources Manager in La Porte, Texas, joined the podcast to talk about how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted their organizations. They shared how each human resources office prepared and managed the crisis, as well as the unique leave and telework dynamics of their organizations. They also discussed the planning process for reopening each workplace as states begin to relax st...
#325 Running for Office During COVID-19 with Josh Schoemann, Washington County, WI
May 01, 2020 12:18 - 51 minutes - 58.8 MBBecoming an elected official during a pandemic. Josh Schoemann, the County Executive of Washington County, Wisconsin, joined the podcast to talk about running for office and leading a County during the COVID-19 outbreak. The form of government changed from an appointed County Administrator to an elected County Executive, and Josh chose to run for office to keep his position leading the County. He talked about the experience of running for office and how they are navigating reopening after th...
#343 Running for Office During COVID-19 with Josh Schoemann, Washington County, WI
May 01, 2020 12:18 - 51 minutes - 58.8 MBBecoming an elected official during a pandemic. Josh Schoemann, the County Executive of Washington County, Wisconsin, joined the podcast to talk about running for office and leading a County during the COVID-19 outbreak. The form of government changed from an appointed County Administrator to an elected County Executive, and Josh chose to run for office to keep his position leading the County. He talked about the experience of running for office and how they are navigating reopening after th...
#324 Library Operations During COVID-19 with Jamie Eustace, Baytown, TX
April 28, 2020 12:47 - 37 minutes - 43.1 MBCurbside pickup to digital story time. Jamie Eustace, the Library Director for the City of Baytown, Texas, joined the podcast to talk about how running the library has changed during the COVID-19 pandemic. She shared how staff have found creative ways to continue serving library patrons and how operations will change once they are allowed to open the library again. Host: Kirsten Wyatt
#342 Library Operations During COVID-19 with Jamie Eustace, Baytown, TX
April 28, 2020 12:47 - 37 minutes - 43.1 MBCurbside pickup to digital story time. Jamie Eustace, the Library Director for the City of Baytown, Texas, joined the podcast to talk about how running the library has changed during the COVID-19 pandemic. She shared how staff have found creative ways to continue serving library patrons and how operations will change once they are allowed to open the library again. Host: Kirsten Wyatt
#323 Budgeting During COVID-19 with Gregory Patrick, Norfolk, VA
April 24, 2020 13:52 - 54 minutes - 62.7 MBStrategic planning and managing resources during a crisis. Gregory Patrick, the Budget Director for the City of Norfolk, Virginia, joined the podcast to talk about how his office is putting together an annual budget during COVID-19. He shared how their process has changed and what the financial impacts of the crisis may be. Gregory also talked about budget engagement and his department's telework policy, which was in place before the pandemic and allowed their office to keep talented employe...
#341 Budgeting During COVID-19 with Gregory Patrick, Norfolk, VA
April 24, 2020 13:52 - 54 minutes - 62.7 MBStrategic planning and managing resources during a crisis. Gregory Patrick, the Budget Director for the City of Norfolk, Virginia, joined the podcast to talk about how his office is putting together an annual budget during COVID-19. He shared how their process has changed and what the financial impacts of the crisis may be. Gregory also talked about budget engagement and his department's telework policy, which was in place before the pandemic and allowed their office to keep talented employe...
#322 Utility Operations & COVID-19 with Todd Danielson, Avon Lake Regional Water
April 17, 2020 12:39 - 48 minutes - 55.8 MBProviding water and wastewater during a pandemic. Todd Danielson, Chief Utilities Executive of Avon Lake Regional Water, joined the podcast to talk about how COVID-19 is impacting utility operations. He shared how they have changed shift schedules to protect staff and adjusted their billing to aid customers. Todd also talked about working with the Ohio EPA and how they have adjusted their planned capital projects. Host: Ben Kittelson
#340 Utility Operations & COVID-19 with Todd Danielson, Avon Lake Regional Water
April 17, 2020 12:39 - 48 minutes - 55.8 MBProviding water and wastewater during a pandemic. Todd Danielson, Chief Utilities Executive of Avon Lake Regional Water, joined the podcast to talk about how COVID-19 is impacting utility operations. He shared how they have changed shift schedules to protect staff and adjusted their billing to aid customers. Todd also talked about working with the Ohio EPA and how they have adjusted their planned capital projects. Host: Ben Kittelson
#321 Policy and Management Response to COVID-19 with Blaine Williams, Athens-Clarke County, GA
April 10, 2020 12:57 - 57 minutes - 66.1 MBFrom economic resiliency to teleworking. Blaine Williams, the Manager of Athens-Clarke County, Georgia, joined the podcast to talk about how his organization has been responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. He discussed preparation, issuing a stay at home order, and coordinating with the State of Georgia. He also talked about working with the Mayor and Commission in the response and enforcing social distancing guidelines through education. Host: Ben Kittelson
#339 Policy and Management Response to COVID-19 with Blaine Williams, Athens-Clarke County, GA
April 10, 2020 12:57 - 57 minutes - 66.1 MBFrom economic resiliency to teleworking. Blaine Williams, the Manager of Athens-Clarke County, Georgia, joined the podcast to talk about how his organization has been responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. He discussed preparation, issuing a stay at home order, and coordinating with the State of Georgia. He also talked about working with the Mayor and Commission in the response and enforcing social distancing guidelines through education. Host: Ben Kittelson
#320 Census 2020 in an Age of COVID-19 with Lorena Molina
April 07, 2020 12:59 - 30 minutes - 35.4 MBOutreach and operations during a pandemic. Lorena Molina, the Director of Operations for the Census Open Innovation Labs, joined the podcast to give an update on how Census 2020 is being impacted by COVID-19. She also shared outreach tools and the value of continuing to share the importance of completing the Census during this time of uncertainty. Host: Kirsten Wyatt
#338 Census 2020 in an Age of COVID-19 with Lorena Molina
April 07, 2020 12:59 - 30 minutes - 35.4 MBOutreach and operations during a pandemic. Lorena Molina, the Director of Operations for the Census Open Innovation Labs, joined the podcast to give an update on how Census 2020 is being impacted by COVID-19. She also shared outreach tools and the value of continuing to share the importance of completing the Census during this time of uncertainty. Host: Kirsten Wyatt
#319 Remote Public Meetings & COVID-19 with Lindsay Lara, San Rafael, CA
April 03, 2020 12:28 - 39 minutes - 45.5 MBFrom public comment to live broadcasting. Lindsay Lara, the City Clerk for the City of San Rafael, California, joined the podcast to discuss how the City Clerk and Digital Services teams set up public meetings in an age of social distancing. She talked about the changes to public meetings rules in California and how residents of San Rafael are still able to participate through YouTube comments. Host: Kirsten Wyatt
#337 Remote Public Meetings & COVID-19 with Lindsay Lara, San Rafael, CA
April 03, 2020 12:28 - 39 minutes - 45.5 MBFrom public comment to live broadcasting. Lindsay Lara, the City Clerk for the City of San Rafael, California, joined the podcast to discuss how the City Clerk and Digital Services teams set up public meetings in an age of social distancing. She talked about the changes to public meetings rules in California and how residents of San Rafael are still able to participate through YouTube comments. Host: Kirsten Wyatt
#318 Digital Communications and COVID-19 Response in King County, WA
March 27, 2020 12:31 - 56 minutes - 64.1 MBStrategy and public health information. Warren Kagarise, Digital Engagement Manager, and Colette Cosner, Public Health Digital Lead, from King County, Washington joined the podcast to talk about communicating during COVID-19. King County has been one of the epicenters of the outbreak and has been dealing with cases since February. They shared their tips for communication strategy, keeping residents informed, and self-care in a time of pandemic. Host: Kirsten Wyatt
#336 Digital Communications and COVID-19 Response in King County, WA
March 27, 2020 12:31 - 56 minutes - 64.1 MBStrategy and public health information. Warren Kagarise, Digital Engagement Manager, and Colette Cosner, Public Health Digital Lead, from King County, Washington joined the podcast to talk about communicating during COVID-19. King County has been one of the epicenters of the outbreak and has been dealing with cases since February. They shared their tips for communication strategy, keeping residents informed, and self-care in a time of pandemic. Host: Kirsten Wyatt
#317 Public Health & COVID-19 Response with Sarah Martin, mySidewalk
March 20, 2020 12:54 - 49 minutes - 57.2 MBData science for public service. Sarah Martin, the Vice President of Health Solutions for mySidewalk and former Deputy Director of the Kansas City Health Department, joined the podcast to talk about the role of public health and responding to disease. She talked about the policy role of public health departments and how they are responding to COVID-19. Sarah also discussed her work for mySidewalk and shared the resources for local governments they are providing in the face of the COVID-19 pa...
#335 Public Health & COVID-19 Response with Sarah Martin, mySidewalk
March 20, 2020 12:54 - 49 minutes - 57.2 MBData science for public service. Sarah Martin, the Vice President of Health Solutions for mySidewalk and former Deputy Director of the Kansas City Health Department, joined the podcast to talk about the role of public health and responding to disease. She talked about the policy role of public health departments and how they are responding to COVID-19. Sarah also discussed her work for mySidewalk and shared the resources for local governments they are providing in the face of the COVID-19 pa...
#316 Fiscally Sustainable Planning with Kevin Shepherd and AJ Fawver
March 13, 2020 12:49 - 50 minutes - 58 MBChanging how communities are built. Two people joined the podcast from Verdunity, a planning, engineering, and engagement firm focused on fiscal sustainability. Kevin Shepherd, the Founder and CEO, and AJ Fawver, Program Leader, talked about the mission of Verdunity, how cities can build better places, and the cost of maintaining infrastructure. Host: Kirsten Wyatt
#334 Fiscally Sustainable Planning with Kevin Shepherd and AJ Fawver
March 13, 2020 12:49 - 50 minutes - 58 MBChanging how communities are built. Two people joined the podcast from Verdunity, a planning, engineering, and engagement firm focused on fiscal sustainability. Kevin Shepherd, the Founder and CEO, and AJ Fawver, Program Leader, talked about the mission of Verdunity, how cities can build better places, and the cost of maintaining infrastructure. Host: Kirsten Wyatt
#315 Engagement, Arts, and Cities with Lynn Osgood, Civic Arts
March 10, 2020 01:13 - 46 minutes - 53.2 MBIntersection of community development and arts. Lynn Osgood, the Executive Director of Civic Arts Austin, joined the podcast to talk about bringing arts and culture into the way cities are built. She discussed some example projects of how artists have helped communities with visioning and design. This is part of ELGL's Creative Community, a partnership with ArtPlace America and Civic Arts to write, explore, share, and learn about creative placemaking. Host: Kirsten Wyatt
#333 Engagement, Arts, and Cities with Lynn Osgood, Civic Arts
March 10, 2020 01:13 - 46 minutes - 53.2 MBIntersection of community development and arts. Lynn Osgood, the Executive Director of Civic Arts Austin, joined the podcast to talk about bringing arts and culture into the way cities are built. She discussed some example projects of how artists have helped communities with visioning and design. This is part of ELGL's Creative Community, a partnership with ArtPlace America and Civic Arts to write, explore, share, and learn about creative placemaking. Host: Kirsten Wyatt
#314 Building Inclusive Communities with Juan Carlos Gonzalez, Oregon Metro
March 06, 2020 14:14 - 51 minutes - 59.1 MBIt does not happen by accident. Councilor Juan Carlos Gonzalez from Oregon Metro, the regional government for the Portland, Oregon area, joined the podcast to talk about his choice to run for office and how to build inclusive communities. He talked about engaging with residents to ensure local government meets their needs and a ballot measure for dealing with homelessness. Councilor Gonzalez also discussed how Metro is working on transportation and affordable housing. Host: Kent Wyatt
#332 Building Inclusive Communities with Juan Carlos Gonzalez, Oregon Metro
March 06, 2020 14:14 - 51 minutes - 59.1 MBIt does not happen by accident. Councilor Juan Carlos Gonzalez from Oregon Metro, the regional government for the Portland, Oregon area, joined the podcast to talk about his choice to run for office and how to build inclusive communities. He talked about engaging with residents to ensure local government meets their needs and a ballot measure for dealing with homelessness. Councilor Gonzalez also discussed how Metro is working on transportation and affordable housing. Host: Kent Wyatt
#313 Local Politics is the Best Politics with Professor Emily Farris
February 28, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 70 MBThe best of American politics. Emily Farris, Associate Professor of Politics at Texas Christian University, joined the podcast to talk about teaching local politics. She shared how she includes local government in her courses and gets students to learn about what's going on in Fort Worth, Texas. Professor Farris also shared her career path and what influenced her to study this field. Host: Kent Wyatt
#331 Local Politics is the Best Politics with Professor Emily Farris
February 28, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 70 MBThe best of American politics. Emily Farris, Associate Professor of Politics at Texas Christian University, joined the podcast to talk about teaching local politics. She shared how she includes local government in her courses and gets students to learn about what's going on in Fort Worth, Texas. Professor Farris also shared her career path and what influenced her to study this field. Host: Kent Wyatt
#312 Performance Auditing to Kansas City Mayor with Mark Funkhouser
February 25, 2020 15:01 - 56 minutes - 64.3 MBCreating good government and fiscal sustainability. Mark Funkhouser, President of Funkhouser & Associates, joined the podcast to talk about his career as an auditor, running for Kansas City Mayor, and more. He talked about navigating the Great Recession as Mayor and the importance of an independent auditor. He also shared his career path into public service and his time as Publisher of Governing Magazine. Host: Javon Davis
#330 Performance Auditing to Kansas City Mayor with Mark Funkhouser
February 25, 2020 15:01 - 56 minutes - 64.3 MBCreating good government and fiscal sustainability. Mark Funkhouser, President of Funkhouser & Associates, joined the podcast to talk about his career as an auditor, running for Kansas City Mayor, and more. He talked about navigating the Great Recession as Mayor and the importance of an independent auditor. He also shared his career path into public service and his time as Publisher of Governing Magazine. Host: Javon Davis
#329 Advocating for Public Records with Ginger McCall
February 21, 2020 12:55 - 38 minutes - 44.1 MBImproving transparency in government. Ginger McCall, the former Oregon Public Records Advocate, joined the podcast to talk about her time in the State of Oregon and the importance of providing transparency to the public. She discussed the events that led to her resignation and keeping the public records advocate independent. Ginger also shared best practices for providing public records and how local governments can meet the needs of requesters. Host: Kirsten Wyatt
#311 Advocating for Public Records with Ginger McCall
February 21, 2020 12:55 - 38 minutes - 44.1 MBImproving transparency in government. Ginger McCall, the former Oregon Public Records Advocate, joined the podcast to talk about her time in the State of Oregon and the importance of providing transparency to the public. She discussed the events that led to her resignation and keeping the public records advocate independent. Ginger also shared best practices for providing public records and how local governments can meet the needs of requesters. Host: Kirsten Wyatt
#328 State Chief Data Officers Network with Tyler Kleykamp
February 18, 2020 15:11 - 39 minutes - 44.8 MBConnecting leaders to improve policy and service delivery. Tyler Kleykamp, the Director of the State Chief Data Officers Network at the Beeck Center for Social Impact and Innovation at Georgetown University, joined the podcast to talk about how data can be used to inform policy decisions. He shared how he supports Chief Data Officers across the country and the skills needed to become a Chief Data Officer. Tyler also shared his career path, which included being the first Chief Data Officer fo...
#310 State Chief Data Officers Network with Tyler Kleykamp
February 18, 2020 15:11 - 39 minutes - 44.8 MBConnecting leaders to improve policy and service delivery. Tyler Kleykamp, the Director of the State Chief Data Officers Network at the Beeck Center for Social Impact and Innovation at Georgetown University, joined the podcast to talk about how data can be used to inform policy decisions. He shared how he supports Chief Data Officers across the country and the skills needed to become a Chief Data Officer. Tyler also shared his career path, which included being the first Chief Data Officer fo...
#327 Leadership and FireStat with Chief Reginald Freeman, Hartford, CT
February 14, 2020 11:00 - 48 minutes - 55.7 MBData and fire service. Chief Reginald Freeman of the Hartford, Connecticut Fire Department joined the podcast to talk about his department's FireStat program and change management. Chief Freeman discussed how they monitor and evaluate performance measures, engaging with fire fighters, and his philosophy on leadership. He also discussed his career path into the fire service, including time in the military. Host: Ben Kittelson
#309 Leadership and FireStat with Chief Reginald Freeman, Hartford, CT
February 14, 2020 11:00 - 48 minutes - 55.7 MBData and fire service. Chief Reginald Freeman of the Hartford, Connecticut Fire Department joined the podcast to talk about his department's FireStat program and change management. Chief Freeman discussed how they monitor and evaluate performance measures, engaging with fire fighters, and his philosophy on leadership. He also discussed his career path into the fire service, including time in the military. Host: Ben Kittelson
#326 Creative Placemaking in Local Government with Lyz Crane
February 11, 2020 11:30 - 38 minutes - 43.5 MBUsing arts and culture to shape communities. Lyz Crane, the Deputy Director of Artplace America, joined the podcast to talk about the work strengthening the field of creative placemaking, which is about integrating arts into community planning and development. She gave examples of how communities can integrate artists in local government including using artists to improve engagement. Lyz also announced a new Creative Community partnership with ELGL around highlighting these local government ...
#308 Creative Placemaking in Local Government with Lyz Crane
February 11, 2020 11:30 - 38 minutes - 43.5 MBUsing arts and culture to shape communities. Lyz Crane, the Deputy Director of Artplace America, joined the podcast to talk about the work strengthening the field of creative placemaking, which is about integrating arts into community planning and development. She gave examples of how communities can integrate artists in local government including using artists to improve engagement. Lyz also announced a new Creative Community partnership with ELGL around highlighting these local government ...
#325 Putting People First in Birmingham, AL with Ed Fields
February 07, 2020 13:23 - 42 minutes - 49 MBEngagement from campaigning to governing. Ed Fields, Senior Advisor and Chief Strategist for the City of Birmingham, Alabama, joined the podcast to talk about how they engage residents in the work of local government. He also discussed transitioning a new mayoral administration and how he works to drive Mayor Woodfin's agenda. Host: Ben Kittelson
#307 Putting People First in Birmingham, AL with Ed Fields
February 07, 2020 13:23 - 42 minutes - 49 MBEngagement from campaigning to governing. Ed Fields, Senior Advisor and Chief Strategist for the City of Birmingham, Alabama, joined the podcast to talk about how they engage residents in the work of local government. He also discussed transitioning a new mayoral administration and how he works to drive Mayor Woodfin's agenda. Host: Ben Kittelson
#324 Reducing Evictions in Newark, NJ with Khabirah Myers
January 31, 2020 14:06 - 45 minutes - 51.6 MBEquitable growth and reducing displacement. Khabirah Myers, the Coordinator for the Office of Tenant Legal Services, joined the podcast to talk about her work aiding renters in the City of Newark.The City created an Office where residents facing eviction can turn for resources and even legal representation. Khabirah talked about the eviction issue in Newark, how her Office is working to combat the problem, and how reducing evictions is part of an equitable growth strategy. Host: Ben Kittel...
#306 Reducing Evictions in Newark, NJ with Khabirah Myers
January 31, 2020 14:06 - 45 minutes - 51.6 MBEquitable growth and reducing displacement. Khabirah Myers, the Coordinator for the Office of Tenant Legal Services, joined the podcast to talk about her work aiding renters in the City of Newark.The City created an Office where residents facing eviction can turn for resources and even legal representation. Khabirah talked about the eviction issue in Newark, how her Office is working to combat the problem, and how reducing evictions is part of an equitable growth strategy. Host: Ben Kittel...
#323 Mobility and Infrastructure in Pittsburgh, PA with Karina Ricks
January 24, 2020 13:34 - 55 minutes - 63 MBEconomic development through transportation. Karina Ricks, the Director of the Mobility and Infrastructure Department in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, joined the podcast to talk about how Pittsburgh is working with transportation companies in a collaborative way and how her department emphasizes mobility. She also shared details of the City's new Bike Plan and her career path into local government. Host: Ben Kittelson
#305 Mobility and Infrastructure in Pittsburgh, PA with Karina Ricks
January 24, 2020 13:34 - 55 minutes - 63 MBEconomic development through transportation. Karina Ricks, the Director of the Mobility and Infrastructure Department in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, joined the podcast to talk about how Pittsburgh is working with transportation companies in a collaborative way and how her department emphasizes mobility. She also shared details of the City's new Bike Plan and her career path into local government. Host: Ben Kittelson