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OMAG All Access

66 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratings

OMAG All Access is a podcast that shares relevant information pertaining to Oklahoma municipalities. Check out the new OMAG All Access podcast on all major podcast apps and services for timely, relevant help on municipal issues from your friendly experts at OMAG.

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Episodes

Episode 63 - Did You Know- HR-related Value Added Services (ft. Monica Coleman)

February 15, 2024 15:00 - 12 minutes - 8.42 MB

In episode 63, Monica Coleman and Ambre Gooch, two of OMAG’s attorneys, engage in an insightful conversation, shedding light on a myriad of HR-related value-added services OMAG offers its members free of charge.  Learn more by visiting www.omag.org.

Episode 62 - School Resource Officers (ft. Ambre Gooch)

January 15, 2024 15:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MB

In episode 62, OMAG’s Law Enforcement Specialist Kevin Katz and Associate General Counsel Ambre Gooch discuss how a municipality can help a school district through the assignment of a municipal law enforcement officer as a school resource officer.  Learn more by visiting www.omag.org.

Episode 61 - Did You Know: Municipal Budgets & Open Records Act (ft. Jeff Bryant)

December 15, 2023 15:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MB

In episode 61, Jeff Bryant and Ambre Gooch, two of OMAG’s attorneys, discuss some of the value-added services the Legal Department at OMAG provides OMAG members. In particular, Jeff answers questions posed to him about municipal budgeting and the Oklahoma Open Records Act.    Learn more by visiting www.omag.org.

Episode 60 - Big Trash Collection, Municipal Pick-up & Resident Drop-off Programs (ft. Jerry Summers)

November 15, 2023 15:00 - 10 minutes - 7.29 MB

On episode 60 of the OMAG All Access podcast, join Kip Prichard and Jerry Summers as they explore the ins and outs of Midwest City's big trash collection program, a community initiative that's more than just about getting rid of unwanted items. We'll take you behind the scenes to understand how the program operates, its impact on the environment, and the convenience it brings to the residents. Learn more at www.omag.org

Episode 59 - The Gift of Feedback (ft. Lori Mueller)

September 18, 2023 13:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MB

In Episode 59 of OMAG All Access, Bill Tackett interviews OMAG's Professional Training & Development Analyst, Lori Mueller about the gift of feedback. If you've ever felt nervous about giving someone feedback, you're not alone. Most people have some anxiety around it and have never been taught how to give feedback effectively. Though feedback is an important element of personal and professional success. In this podcast, learn the value of effective feedback and tools to help you organize yo...

Episode 58 - Lexipol Training for OMAG Members (ft. Billy Carter & Jason DeLonais)

August 17, 2023 14:00 - 12 minutes - 8.99 MB

This episode of OMAG All Access, hosted by Bill Tackett and featuring OMAG Law Enforcement Specialists Billy Carter and Jason DeLonais, explores the world of Lexipol Training for municipal police officers and discovers how OMAG's extraordinary commitment offers this essential training for free to its members. Join us as we uncover the critical role of updated policies, procedures, and community trust-building in shaping top-tier law enforcement professionals. Learn more by visiting www.oma...

Episode 57 - Front-line Leader Academy (ft. Lori Mueller)

July 18, 2023 14:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

This episode, hosted by Director of Strategic Initiatives & Partnerships, Bill Tackett, features an interview with Lori Mueller, Professional Development & Training Analyst about the OMAG Municipal Front-line Leader Academy. A program designed to help Oklahoma’s municipal leaders build leadership strength, stability, and consistency. For more information, please visit www.omag.org.

Episode 56 - Developing a Policing Plan (ft. Mike Carter)

June 15, 2023 14:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

Risk management is defined by ISO 31000 as the effect of uncertainty on outcomes. A policing plan helps reduce uncertainty by involving all stakeholders in creating expectations for how municipal administration, the community, and members of the police department work together to create the kind of community where quality individuals want to live, work and raise their families. Visit www.omag.org/downloads to view the Sand Springs Policing Documents.

Episode 55 - Mitigating the Mess (ft. Wes Buell)

May 15, 2023 15:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MB

This episode hosted by Claims Supervisor, Brad Doublehead, focuses on what to do after you have received storm, water, or fire damage and how to best prevent additional damages from occurring. For more information, please visit www.omag.org.

Episode 54: OKIE811 (ft. M.G. Govia)

April 13, 2023 14:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MB

This episode features M.G. Govia from OKIE811 talking about understanding underground damage prevention laws, understanding the OKIE811 locate ticket process, digging test holes safely, documenting the digging process, as well as reducing preventable underground utility strikes. 

Episode 53 - Common Bonds: Oklahoma Pets (ft. Kelly Burley)

March 09, 2023 15:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

Kelly Burley is the Executive Director of Common Bonds, a non-partisan leadership network that is uniting communities on behalf of humane outcomes for cats and dogs. The mission of Common Bonds is to connect municipalities with animal welfare resources in order to effect change in the State’s animal shelter population and euthanasia crisis. Learn more www.commonbondsok.org

Episode 52 - Safe Backing & Parking (ft. Bill Young & Cody Vineyard)

January 12, 2023 15:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

In today’s episode, we are discussing some simple procedures and techniques to reduce accidents and injuries when backing and parking vehicles while performing work around the municipality. Our guests today are Bill Young and Cody Vinyard, both from the Risk Management department at OG&E. Over the past several years OG&E has developed some very simple to implement driving procedures to reduce the risk of accidents that have sustained injuries to workers and claimants, as well as caused prop...

Episode 51 - Animal Welfare (ft. Tracy Arvidson)

December 15, 2022 15:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

Sand Springs Animal Welfare Coordinator, Tracy Arvidson, talks with OMAG Executive Director about the opportunities and challenges of managing an animal shelter, including available grants, recruiting volunteers, pet waste ordinances and more.  

Episode 50 - Planning & Zoning (ft. Jessi Stringer)

November 10, 2022 15:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MB

In this podcast, Jessi Stringer, the City Planner for the City of Collinsville, OK, and Ambre Gooch, Associate General Counsel at OMAG, discuss the basics of municipal zoning. Learn more by visiting www.omag.org

Episode 49 - Sanitation & Solid Waste Collections (ft. Jarod Dillingham & Chris Knight)

October 13, 2022 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MB

Jared Dillingham, City of Durant, and Chris Knight, City of Stillwater discuss the risk management issues and best practices for protecting municipal employees, municipal property, and private property while collecting solid waste for their communities.

Episode 48 - Demystifying Smart Cities (ft. Scott Klososky) part 2

September 08, 2022 14:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

Join part 2 of this talk with OMAG Director of Technology Services, Kevin Sesock, and Founding Partner of Future Point of View (FPOV), Scott Klososky, as they continue their discussion about municipal cities and technology that could or should be considered smart and where cities should be heading.  Learn more by visiting www.omag.org

Episode 47 - Demystifying Smart Cities (ft. Scott Klososky) part 1

August 11, 2022 14:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MB

OMAG Director of Technology Services, Kevin Sesock, interviews Founding Partner of Future Point of View (FPOV), Scott Klososky, for a talk about municipal cities and technology that could or should be considered smart and where cities should be heading.  Learn more by visiting www.omag.org

Episode 46 - Spending Authority - Deciding in Advance (ft. David Weatherford)

June 30, 2022 14:00 - 19 minutes - 13.1 MB

Join Bill Tackett as he hosts episode 46 of the OMAG All Access podcast as he is joined by municipal legal professional David Weatherford to discuss planning and delegating authority – making decisions in advance of crisis.  Learn more by visiting www.omag.org.

Episode 45 - Development and Maintenance of Mountain Bike Trails (ft. Paula Kelly) - part 2

June 16, 2022 14:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

Episode 45 of the OMAG All Access podcast is part 2 of  Oklahoma City Assistant City Attorney Paula Kelly, being interviewed by Risk Management Specialist, Kip Prichard. This episode tackles the topic of municipal verse private maintenance and development of mountain bike trails. Miss Kelly talks about the pros and cons of each as well as her personal experience cultivating trails within Oklahoma.  Learn more by visiting www.omag.org. 

Episode 44 - Development and Maintenance of Mountain Bike Trails (ft. Paula Kelly) - part 1

June 02, 2022 14:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

Episode 44 of the OMAG All Access podcast features Oklahoma City Assistant City Attorney Paula Kelly, as she is interviewed by Risk Management Specialist, Kip Prichard. This episode tackles the topic of municipal verse private maintenance and development of mountain bike trails. Miss Kelly talks about the pros and cons of each as well as her personal experience cultivating trails within Oklahoma.  Learn more by visiting www.omag.org. 

Episode 43 - Municipal Playground Inspections (ft. Tyler Kilmer)

May 19, 2022 14:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MB

Parks and playgrounds are popular services municipalities provide for their citizens and visitors to their communities. This podcast is to remind municipalities to facilitate regular inspections and maintenance of playground equipment to better protect the users, as well as to begin planning to replace aging and obsolete playground equipment and facilities to reduce the risk of costly liability claims due to injury. 

Episode 42 - Podcasting to Communicate (ft. Steve Garrett)

May 04, 2022 17:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

Episode 42 of the OMAG All Access podcast features OMAG Director of Strategic Initiatives & Partnerships, Bill Tackett, as he talks with Steve Garrett about his own personal podcast and how podcasting could be a beneficial tool for municipalities to effectively communicate with its citizens.

Episode 41 - Animal Control Ordinances (ft. David Weatherford)

April 21, 2022 14:00 - 12 minutes - 8.41 MB

 Episode 41 of the OMAG All Access podcast features City Attorney, David Weatherford hosted by OMAG's Director of Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships, Bill Tackett. This episode tackles the topic of Animal Control Ordinances and how it affects citizens as well as animal owners.  Learn more by visiting www.omag.org. 

Episode 40 - Building Appraisals (ft. Chris Webb and Kyle Waid)

April 07, 2022 14:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MB

Episode 40 of the OMAG All Access podcast features Underwriting Director, Chris Webb, and Member Services Underwriting Associate, Kyle Waid. This episode is an overview of the property appraisal process that we provide to our members.  We discuss the benefits to having your buildings appraised and reviewed by OMAG. Learn more by visiting www.omag.org.

Episode 39 - Strategic Training and Technology (ft. Lori Mueller) pt 2

March 24, 2022 14:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

In part 2, OMAG Chief Information Officer and Director of Technology Services interviews Professional Development and Training Analyst, Lori Mueller. Lori Mueller. Lori shares insight into what OMAG members can expect in terms of supervisor and leadership training, professional development, and her thoughts about technology and using a virtual platform.

Episode 38 - Strategic Training and Technology (ft. Lori Mueller)

March 10, 2022 15:00 - 14 minutes - 9.81 MB

OMAG Chief Information Officer and Director of Technology Services interviews Professional Development and Training Analyst, Lori Mueller. Lori Mueller. Lori shares insight into what OMAG members can expect in terms of supervisor and leadership training, professional development, and her thoughts about technology and using a virtual platform.

Episode 37 - The Indispensable Man - part 2 (ft. Charles Caldwell)

February 24, 2022 15:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

 This is part 2 of a brief look at the insurance industry and a 35-year partnership between OMAG and Midlands Management. Hosted by Bill Tackett and featuring Charles Caldwell, learn about Mr. Caldwell's involvement in the history of OMAG and his expertise within the insurance industry. Learn more by visiting www.omag.org. 

Episode 36 - The Indispensable Man (ft. Charles Caldwell)

February 10, 2022 15:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MB

 This episode takes a brief look at the insurance industry and a 35-year partnership between OMAG and Midlands Management. Hosted by Bill Tackett and featuring Charles Caldwell, learn about Mr. Caldwell's involvement in the history of OMAG and his expertise within the insurance industry. Learn more by visiting www.omag.org. 

Episode 35 - Critical Infrastructure Protection (ft. Skyhelm Technologies)

January 27, 2022 15:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MB

Does your city run a computer-controlled water plant? Wastewater? Natural Gas?  Learn what the risks are and hear from an expert in critical infrastructure cyber protection from SkyHelm Technologies, hosted by OMAG’s Kevin Sesock.

Episode 34 - The State Fire Marshal’s Permitting Processes for Medical Marijuana Grow Facilities and Construction of Other Buildings (ft. State Fire Marshal Keith Bryant)

January 13, 2022 15:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MB

Episode 34 of the OMAG All Access podcast hosted by OMAG Executive Director, Suzie Paulson features Oklahoma State Fire Marshal, Keith Bryant. This discussion is regarding the role and duties of the State Fire Marshal’s Office. The State Fire Marshal’s Office is responsible for enforcing the State Fire Code and the permitting processing prior to construction of many types of buildings anywhere in the State unless the City has provided the State Fire Marshal’s Office with approved documentat...

Episode 33 - Economic Development in Broken Bow (ft. Vickie Patterson)

December 30, 2021 15:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

Episode 33 of the OMAG All Access Podcast is hosted by OMAG Director of Strategic Initiatives & Partnerships, Bill Tackett. Join Bill and Broken Bow City Manager, Vickie Patterson, as they discuss Mrs. Patterson's approach to the fast economic growth and tourism that Broken Bow has experienced. 

Episode 32 - Incident Response Planning (ft. Skyhelm Technologies)

December 02, 2021 15:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MB

 Episode 32 of the OMAG All Access Podcast is hosted by OMAG Director of Technology Services, Kevin Sesock. Join Kevin and SkyHelm’s Travis Cleek and Casey Davis as they discuss cybersecurity threats against municipal utilities. Learn more by visiting www.omag.org. 

Episode 31 - OMAGS Employee Assistance Program (ft. Cathi Macy)

November 18, 2021 15:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MB

 Episode 31 of the OMAG All Access Podcast is hosted by OMAG Law Enforcement Specialist, Kevin McCullough, as he talks to New Directions Account Representative, Cathi Macy, about OMAG's plan-participant benefit, Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Effective February 1, 2020, OMAG began providing a free benefit for OMAG member/participant cities and towns and their employees and employee family members. The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers free, confidential counseling and resources t...

Episode 30 - Interim City Management Assignments (ft. Eric Benson)

November 04, 2021 14:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MB

On this episode of OMAG All Access, OMAG Director of Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships, Bill Tackett, talks to Interim City Manager, Eric Benson, about interim city management assignments what’s expected and what works. Listen as Eric talks about his career and how he views the position of Interim City Manager. 

Episode 29 - Municipal Ethics (ft. Kathryn Walker)

October 21, 2021 14:00 - 27 minutes - 19.3 MB

If you’ve represented a city or town, you’ve probably found yourself digging into the Rules of Professional Conduct more often than expected, and especially during times of conflict between staff and/or elected officials. This video explores the question of who is the client, what duty you owe to the client, and communications with the client, as well as other ethical considerations for municipal attorneys. 

Episode 28 - Leadership: A Non-traditional Path to City Management (ft. Eric Benson)

October 07, 2021 14:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MB

Episode 28 of the OMAG All Access Podcast is hosted by Director of Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships, Bill Tackett, as he interviews former city manager Eric Benson about his tenure, career, and life. As well as his view of leadership and how it relates to serving your city and constituents. Learn more by visiting www.omag.org.

Episode 27 - OML Community Leadership Development Class (ft. Cheryl Adams, Monica Coleman & Matt Jacobson)

September 23, 2021 14:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

Every year OML selects a group of individuals who are interested in community leadership to participate in a series of 6 classes over a year. These classes are intended to improve and advance your leadership skills, as well as, build long-lasting relationships with other municipal professionals. The classes are held in six different cities in Oklahoma and are designed to be fun and informative.  

Episode 25 - Cyber Threats with FPOV's Scott Klososky (part 2)

August 26, 2021 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MB

Join OMAG CIO Kevin Sesock and Author, Speaker, and Innovator Scott Klososky for part 2 of this cautiously optimistic discussion on the current cybersecurity threat landscape, discussing who is out there attacking us, and what you need to do to protect your city or town.

Episode 24 - Cyber Threats with FPOV's Scott Klososky (part 1)

August 12, 2021 14:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Join OMAG CIO Kevin Sesock and Author, Speaker, and Innovator Scott Klososky in this cautiously optimistic discussion on the current cybersecurity threat landscape, discussing who is out there attacking us, and what you need to do to protect your city or town.

Episode 24 - Cyber Threats (ft. FPOV's Scott Klososky)

August 12, 2021 14:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Join OMAG CIO Kevin Sesock and Author, Speaker, and Innovator Scott Klososky in this cautiously optimistic discussion on the current cybersecurity threat landscape, discussing who is out there attacking us, and what you need to do to protect your city or town.

Episode - 23 Benefits of OKMRF (ft. Katie Giradi)

July 29, 2021 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB

OkMRF provides a host of retirement plans specifically for cities and towns in Oklahoma.  They are very familiar with the needs, objectives, and plan requirements that may be unique to the government sector. As the Retirement Plan Administrator, Katie Girardi has developed relationships with plan participants and provides advice, education, retiree counseling, and other services and resources available to its plan participants. 

Episode 23 - Benefits of OKMRF (ft. Katie Giradi)

July 29, 2021 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB

OkMRF provides a host of retirement plans specifically for cities and towns in Oklahoma.  They are very familiar with the needs, objectives, and plan requirements that may be unique to the government sector. As the Retirement Plan Administrator, Katie Girardi has developed relationships with plan participants and provides advice, education, retiree counseling, and other services and resources available to its plan participants. 

Episode 22 - COVID-19 Municipal Employment FAQs (pt 2)

July 22, 2021 14:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MB

This episode addresses frequently asked questions related to municipal employment and COVID-19, including return to work policies, remote working, vaccine incentives and possible liability associated with COVID-19 in the workplace.

Episode 21 - COVID-19 Municipal Employment FAQs (pt 1)

July 08, 2021 14:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MB

This episode addresses frequently asked questions related to municipal employment and COVID-19, including return to work policies, remote working, vaccine incentives and possible liability associated with COVID-19 in the workplace.

Episode 20 - Labor Negotiations & Interest Arbitration (ft. Margaret Love)

June 24, 2021 14:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MB

Negotiating union contracts starts well before the first negotiation session.  This podcast will provide information about the negotiation process, bargaining in good faith, and the interest arbitration process, including the 5 factors set forth in the Fire and Police Arbitration Act. Learn more by visiting to www.omag.org.

Episode 19 - Strategic Planning and Process Mapping for IT (ft. Chad Noland)

June 10, 2021 13:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MB

Join OMAG CIO Kevin Sesock while he discusses a recent software replacement project with FPOV’s SVP of Business Strategy, Chad Noland. Kevin and Chad discuss how to plan and research IT system replacement projects the right way, with an eye for requirements and careful, deliberate planning.

Special Episode: The American Rescue Plan – What We Know So Far . . . (ft. Mike Fina)

June 03, 2021 14:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

The American Rescue Plan ensures that Oklahoma municipalities will be eligible for more than $500 million in federal funds to be used for public health emergency response or its negative economic impacts, premium pay to workers, and investments into water, wastewater or broadband infrastructure. Although there are still a lot of details in the works this podcast can get you up to date on the allocation process, allowable uses, and time frames.  With Mike Fina, Executive Director of OML, and...

Episode 18 - Grievance Arbitration (ft. Margaret Love)

May 27, 2021 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MB

Does your municipality have unionized fire and police departments?  In this podcast, Margaret Love, labor attorney in Oklahoma, discusses the grievance arbitration process and her experiences working with municipalities in defending grievance arbitrations, as well as, some common mistakes in the disciplinary process that will negatively affect the grievance arbitration, selecting an arbitrator, and how COVID has affected the grievance arbitration process. Learn more by visiting www.omag.org.

Episode 17 - OMAG Recognition Program (ft. David Weatherford)

May 13, 2021 14:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MB

Risk Management Director Bill Tackett talks about the OMAG Recognition Program. This program is available to members with active coverage through the OMAG Municipal Liability Protection Plan (MLPP).  OMAG believes the best-run cities and towns have fewer claims and the claims they incur cost less money to resolve.  The OMAG Recognition Program seeks to strengthen municipal governance and reduce claims through education and self-assessment. Learn more by visiting www.omag.org.