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A Tip of the Hat to a Sandy Trio Oct 31, 2019

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With new council members coming on board and the year drawing to an end, 55 years of institutional knowledge will soon depart the halls of Sandy City. Council Members Steve Fairbanks, Linda Martinez Saville, and Chris McCandless did not seek additional terms. In this podcast, the three reflect together on the changes in the city over their years of service as well as their hopes for their city in the years ahead.

A Change is Gonna Come- Retiring Elected Leaders Reflect on Decades of Service Oct 17, 2019

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Nearly 40 years and you haven't changed a bit- NOT! After putting in a collective 36 years of service, the makeup of the Provo City Council is changing dramatically in January. 4 council members will be retiring from office: Gary Winterton, Kay Van Buren, Dave Knecht, and George Stewart. Hear their perspective on how the city HAS changed, and their thoughts on what they've worked to bring to their community over the years as they speak with host and ULCT Executive Director Cameron Diehl.

Understanding One Another- Changes in Civil Discourse Oct 03, 2019

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Engaged residents are great in a community, but they don't always see eye-to-eye. What are the factors that create misunderstandings and how can we, as municipal leaders, work to foster positive, productive dialogue? ULCT Executive Director Cameron Diehl speaks to the Chief Engagement Officer of MetroQuest, Dave Biggs, who also spoke at the ULCT Annual Convention, about strategies that will help us all come together.

"Never Forget" A Conversation with Former Chief of Staff Andrew Card Sep 19, 2019

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Andrew Card served as Secretary of State for President George W. Bush on a pivotal day in US history- 9/11/2001. He recalls the events of that day and shares a strong reminder of why we, as Americans, must never forget the lives lost and the service rendered after the terrorist attack 18 years ago. Hear his conversation with ULCT Executive Director Cameron Diehl on 9/11/2019, during the ULCT Annual Convention.

Rescue Me- The expectations of residents during an emergency Aug 22, 2019

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A quake hits, a fire rages, a mudslide blocks off a main thoroughfare. Who do residents depend on when disaster hits their community? A large amount of trust is placed in city leaders based on a ULCT/Y2 Analytics survey. ULCT's Cameron Diehl speaks with Y2's Kyrene Gibb about resident's expectations when there's a community call for help.

Medical Marijuana Growth and Distribution in Our Cities Aug 08, 2019

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What does a baseball game have to do with marijuana production? Besides the fast that they both involve grass, it's a simple way to explain how far Utah has come in implementing the new medical marijuana use law. ULCT's Cameron Diehl and Utah Department of Ag and Food's Andrew Rigby take the discussion out to the ball game, metaphorically, and look at licensing, zoning, and public safety.

Mona Lisa or Madonna- What Art Means to a Community Jul 25, 2019

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Whether it's that subtle smile on a painting you see, the up-beat pace of a tune that moves you, or a story that enhances your perspective, art is an element that elevates the quality of a community. Learn how it can affect your city or town in this edition of #CitiesWork featuring ULCT Executive Director Cameron Diehl and Crystal Young Otterstrom, Executive Director of the Utah Cultural Alliance.

The Buzz on E-scooters Jul 11, 2019

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Green, white, or orange, there's a spectrum of e-scooters on a growing number of Utah city streets. Who's riding them and what impact are they having on our cities? Cameron Diehl takes his first ride on an e-scooter along with ULCT Board Member and Salt Lake Council Member Erin Mendenhall. They meet up with Jon Larsen, the city's director of transportation to talk about this growing trend in transportation.

ULCT Goes On the Road with the Taxman Jun 27, 2019

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The Tax Task Force is on the road taking input from Utahns on possible reform. The ULCT Legislative Team is along for the ride! ULCT Executive Director Cameron Diehl and ULCT Senior Policy Analyst Roger Tew check in with ULCT's Rachel Otto during stop one on the multi-city tour. Hear how communities throughout the state need to be aware of the potential ripple effect as residents consider change.

Cities Work- Dealing with Wildfire: Part 2 Jun 13, 2019

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Are you ready for it? That's what community leaders may ask themselves after hearing about the 2018 Utah wildfires and how Woodland Hills' mayor and council members reacted when the flames were spreading into their community. Hear why the color green was a critical cue, along with other tips on preparing for wildfire. Cameron Diehl speaks with Mayor Wendy Pray and council members Larry Henry, and Kari Malkovich.

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