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Census 2020- Make sure your residents are counted! Mar 27, 2020

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You've probably received it in the mail- an invitation to login to take the census. We'll it's not only important that you respond, but that your residents respond! In this edition of the #CitiesWork podcast, ULCT Executive Director Cameron Diehl speaks with Census experts, both national and local, who share important information for communities.

COVID-19 Is your community ready? Mar 12, 2020

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We are fortunate Utah has not yet seen a community spread of the Coronavirus. But with the high level of transmission worldwide, we need to do our very best to prepare. The best way to fight an enemy is to be ready for it. So, does that mean it’s appropriate to declare a state of emergency in your city or town? Today in our #CitiesWork podcast we address that question with Ron Gordon, general counsel to Gov. Gary Herbert, Joe Dougherty, PIO for the Utah Division of Emergency Management, and Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall, who declared a state of emergency for the city earlier this week.

QPR- Addressing Mental Health in Our Communities Feb 26, 2020

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The well-being of a city goes beyond dollars and cents. It includes the health and safety of its residents. Learn how the city of Spanish Fork, in its quest to become a "Fit City," is also addressing mental health. The city has a program to bring down the rates of depression and suicide with a simple "QPR" tool. QPR stands for question, persuade, refer. Council Member/ ULCT 1st Vice President Mike Mendenhall and health expert Susan Chapman speak to ULCT's Susan Wood about how all cities and towns can use these wellness tools.

Utah's Female Trailblazers- Celebrating Equal Suffrage Feb 13, 2020

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150 years ago, Utah women were finally able to "cast off the shackles" and vote! When school teacher Seraph Young became the first woman to cast a ballot in a municipal election, it represented years of work by both women and men hoping to give an equal voice to those who'd become Utah's citizens. Hear more about the history of women's suffrage as well as what cities and towns are doing to celebrate Utah's HERitage. Seraph Young art illustrator: Brooke Smart

Youth City Councils- Utah's Young Community Leaders Jan 30, 2020

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You don't have to be a certain age to be a leader. In communities throughout Utah, students involved in youth city councils are learning about government, service, and overall leadership. They have a unique, inside experience with municipal government and make a big difference in building better places to live. Learn more about youth city councils from Taylorsville, a Utah city that incorporated 23 years ago. To establish a youth city council of your own, check out: https://uayc.wordpress.com/about/contact/?fbclid=IwAR3tyAd2_ncqfQD3M9xOolSvDX5lJDD_fsGsQb_ucSkd2xx9ps7RozQKsgw

Accessing Utah's Outdoor Playground Jan 16, 2020

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You've heard of the Mighty 5, but realistically there are probably a mighty 5 million places to enjoy the Utah outdoors! In the backyards of homes in every community around Utah, there are places to hike, bike, ski, run, and climb. Hear the former Director of Outdoor Recreation of Utah, rock climber Tom Adams, discuss ways to access funding for projects to enhance outdoor opportunities in your own community. To apply for a grant from the Department, visit the website https://business.utah.gov/outdoor/uorg/.

Big City/ Little Town- Similarities in spite of differences Jan 02, 2020

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From rural Colorado to metro Maryland, there are many differences in local landscapes across the nation. Yet, more often than not, local leaders wrestle with similar issues. Special guest host, ULCT President Mike Mendenhall, speaks with presidents of Leagues from four states about housing, infrastructure, water, and more. Hear the perspectives of Presidents Ryan Spiegel of Maryland's League, Greg Evans, president of the Oregon League, Colorado Municipal League President Liz Hensley, and Christian Price, president of the Arizona League of Cities and Towns.

Our Shared National Interests- What we want in a president Dec 19, 2019

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Whether it's infrastructure or workforce, there are certain issues that are community priorities across the nation. ULCT's Executive Director Cameron Diehl and other members of the National League of Cities' Presidential Platform Task Force discuss an evaluation process for each of the candidates. This is a non-partisan effort. After all, there's no Democratic or Republican way to fill a pothole.

Utah's Net-100 % Energy Communities- An important deadline nearing Dec 03, 2019

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An important deadline is rapidly approaching for Utah communities. A chance to get in on a collaborative effort to buy and use renewable energy through Rocky Mountain Power expires at the years' end. Learn how simple the first step is as our state works together to explore cleaner forms of energy and what affect the collaboration will have on communities' collective buying power.

What's in Your City's Wallet? Find what's hiding in plain sight! Nov 14, 2019

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Do you know what your community is actually worth? That information would likely influence the decisions you make as a municipal leader. Urban3's Joe Minicozzi explains to host Cameron Diehl how he uses technology to perform a metaphorical MRI on a city to find resources that may be hiding in plain sight. Cam is also joined by UTA's Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Carlton Christensen, who has spent many years working for city and county government. Taking an inventory will not only help guide future decisions, but lead to new partnerships. For more information, visit Urban3's website: Urban3- http://www.urban-three.com/our-firm-1

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