Latest City management Podcast Episodes
February BMA Recap: Economic Development, Paving and PILOT
From the City Desk - February 25, 2021 11:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsCity Manager Chris McCartt and Hannah Purdy, from the Public Information and Communcations office, hit the highlights of February's Board of Mayor and Aldermen meetings in Kingsport, Tennessee. It was a month of looking forward, featuring lots of discussion around economic and residential develo...
January BMA Recap: Parks Master Plan, Firefighter Training and More
From the City Desk - February 04, 2021 11:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsThis week on From the City Desk, City Manager Chris McCartt sits down with Hannah Purdy to discuss January's Board of Mayor and Alderman meetings. Here's what they discuss: An interim appointment to the Board of Education Parks and Recreation Master Plan A new training facility for Kingsport...
ServeKingsport and Getting Involved in Your Community
From the City Desk - January 07, 2021 05:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsHannah talks with Maxine Poole of the Public Information & Communications Department about ServeKingsport, the City of Kingsport's process for finding new volunteers to serve on boards and commissions. Have a New Year's resolution to get more involved in your community? Fill out the ServeKingspo...
BMA Recap: December 2020
From the City Desk - December 24, 2020 11:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsKingsport City Manager Chris McCartt breaks down the final BMA meetings of 2020, including a few updates on the Brickyard Park development and a retirement recognition for outgoing Police Chief David Quillin.
Downtown Kingsport Association and Shopping Local
From the City Desk - December 03, 2020 11:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsThis week, Hannah sits down with Robin Cleary, director of the Downtown Kingsport Association, to talk about the small businesses in our community, how they've been surviving this eventful year, and how you can support them this holiday season. Tune in to hear some great gift ideas from local Ki...
BMA Recap: November 2020
From the City Desk - November 26, 2020 11:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsOn the Board of Mayor and Aldermen docket this November: development initiatives, water treatment, and more. Listen in for the highlights of this month's BMA agendas from City Manager Chris McCartt. Happy Thanksgiving!
Move to Kingsport
From the City Desk - November 19, 2020 11:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsIt's a tale of two city managers on this week's episode, as Chris sits down with former city manager Jeff Fleming to talk all things Move to Kingsport. Who's moving here, and from where? What is Jeff doing to promote our city, and how has the pandemic impacted those efforts?
Are people moving to Kingsport in 2020?
From the City Desk - November 19, 2020 11:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsIt's a tale of two city managers on this week's episode, as Chris sits down with former city manager Jeff Fleming to talk all things Move to Kingsport. Who's moving here, and from where? What is Jeff doing to promote our city, and how has the pandemic impacted those efforts?
State of the City 2020
From the City Desk - November 12, 2020 11:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsToday we’re sharing Chris’ presentation from State of the City, which the city hosted in partnership with the Kingsport Chamber of Commerce on October 30. This event is an opportunity to look back on the past year in Kingsport. Where are we now, and where are we going? You’ll hear Chris dive in...
BMA Recap: October 2020
From the City Desk - October 29, 2020 10:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsChris and Hannah cover the highlights of October's Board of Mayor and Alderman meetings, including some new residential development coming Kingsport's way.
BMA Recap: September 2020
From the City Desk - October 01, 2020 10:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsAnother month of Board of Mayor and Alderman meetings is in the books, and it was filled with all things economic development. Chris and Hannah break down the agendas from September's meetings and what they mean for Kingsport's future.
Cross Connections Alleyway
From the City Desk - September 10, 2020 10:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsHannah talks with Jessica Harmon and Hannah Powell about a new public art project downtown, the Cross Connections Alleyway. They also talk about the importance of public art for your average citizen, as well as Kingsport's downtown businesses.
Bringing Public Art to Downtown Kingsport
From the City Desk - September 10, 2020 10:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsHannah talks with Jessica Harmon and Hannah Powell about a new public art project downtown, the Cross Connections Alleyway. They also talk about the importance of public art for your average citizen, as well as Kingsport's downtown businesses.
BMA Recap: August 2020
From the City Desk - August 28, 2020 16:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsAugust was a busy month for Kingsport's Board of Mayor and Alderman, from updates on public transportation to making deals with Domtar. Chris talks to Hannah about the highlights from this month's work sessions and business meetings.
BMA Recap: July
From the City Desk - July 30, 2020 10:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsAnother month of 2020 is nearly over, which means it's time to look back at what was on the Kingsport Board of Mayor Alderman's agenda this July. Chris walks you through the highlights.
BMA Recap: March, April and May
From the City Desk - July 09, 2020 10:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsWhat happened at the BMA meetings during March, April and May while the podcast was on hiatus? Chris and Hannah break it down, from the budget to Brickyard Park.
BMA Recap: June - FY21 Budget
From the City Desk - June 18, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsChris and Hannah are back to discuss the City of Kingsport's FY21 budget, which the Board of Mayor and Alderman just passed—what's in it, what effect the coronavirus had, and more.
Explaining the 2020 Census
From the City Desk - March 12, 2020 10:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsAdrienne Batara joins Hannah on the show to talk everything 2020 Census: what it is, why it's important, and how you can fill it out. An accurate population count ensures that Kingsport gets the federal funding it deserves. Visit www.countallneighbors.com or www.2020census.gov to learn more or f...
BMA Recap: February
From the City Desk - February 27, 2020 14:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsChris and Hannah break down what happened at February's Board of Mayor and Alderman meetings in Kingsport, including an update on the all-abilities baseball stadium Miracle Field and what's happening with the General Shale property downtown. Take the Kingsport Parks and Recreation survey, visit...
Van Dobbins, Jr. on the Legacy of Douglass School
From the City Desk - February 21, 2020 17:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsDouglass School closed in 1966, but its legacy lives on today—especially for Van Dobbins, Jr., whose father was the last principal of the school. Chris and Hannah talk to Van about what it was like to attend Douglass and how it felt to see Dobyns-Bennett High School's basketball teams don Dougla...
BMA Recap: January
From the City Desk - January 30, 2020 15:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsKingsport's first Board of Mayor and Alderman meetings of 2020 are in the books. From finances to libraries, here's what you need to know about current and upcoming city initiatives from City Manager Chris McCartt.
Kingsport City Schools
From the City Desk - January 09, 2020 11:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsKingsport City Schools have a culture of excellence, but who and what makes that happen? Chris talks to Andy True, the Assistant Superintendent for Administration, about the city's relationship to our school system and how KCS impacts our community.
BMA Recap: December
From the City Desk - December 26, 2019 11:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsHear City Manager Chris McCartt review what passed, who got recognized, and more from December's Board of Mayor and Alderman meetings. Want to check out that project status map? Visit http://bit.ly/projects_map
Kingsport Fire Department & Holiday Safety
From the City Desk - December 12, 2019 11:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsBarry Brickey from the Kingsport Fire Department joins Chris and Hannah to talk all things firefighting and how to keep your home safe this holiday season.
BMA Recap: November
From the City Desk - November 25, 2019 14:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsChris and Hannah break down the highlights from both November Board of Mayor and Alderman meetings.
Public Works with Ryan McReynolds
From the City Desk - November 14, 2019 11:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsPublic Works Director Ryan McReynolds joins the show to talk all about the department he oversees, from paving to pump stations and more.
Highlighting Heroes: Kristie Leonard
From the City Desk - October 31, 2019 10:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsIt takes a village, as they say, and one City of Kingsport employee who knows that better than anyone is Kristie Leonard, the city's special events coordinator. For our first episode highlighting the great work city employees do, Chris talks with Kristie about what it takes to pull off events li...
Staying Safe on Halloween
From the City Desk - October 24, 2019 10:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsHalloween is right around the corner, and it's one of the most kid-friendly holidays there is—but it also presents some safety concerns. Hannah talks with the Kingsport Police Department's Public Information Officer Tom Patton about the best ways to keep you and your kids safe while you're out h...
BMA Recap 10/15
From the City Desk - October 17, 2019 10:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsChris and Hannah go over what was on this week's short and sweet "fall break agenda" at Kingsport's Board of Mayor & Alderman meeting.
State of the City
From the City Desk - October 10, 2019 10:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsYou've heard of the State of the Union Address, but did you know the leaders of Kingsport give a State of the City Address too? In this episode, Chris breaks down what he talked about at the October 4 event.
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