City Quick Connect Podcast from the Municipal Association of South Carolina - Municipal Association of SC

Latest Episodes:

From the Dome to Your Home 1/14/2022: S4 Ep2 Jan 18, 2022

Show notes

Scott Slatton and Casey Fields talk about what the 2022 legislative session could look like as well as the congressional redistricting process, debate over certificates of need for hospitals, and the funding decisions facing the General Assembly.

Municipal Association of SC Affiliate Association Renewals: S4 Ep1 Jan 06, 2022

Show notes

Annual renewals begin in January for the Municipal Association’s various affiliate associations, which fulfill many professional development needs for city and town staff. Ken Ivey, manager of member services, as well as Elizabeth Copeland and Sara Whitaker, both of whom are staff associate for affiliate services, discuss the different affiliates and the training opportunities they offer. Learn more at https://www.masc.sc/education-events/affiliate-associations.

“Business Licensing Essentials” Virtual Sessions: S3 Ep52 Dec 23, 2021

Show notes

The Municipal Association will host monthly virtual meetings in 2022 to talk through the many issues involved in the business licensing process following the enactment of the new law standardizing business licensing processes. Manager for Local Revenue Services Caitlin Cothran and Revenue Analyst Kaylee Summerton explain.

2022 Legislative Preview: S3 Ep51 Dec 20, 2021

Show notes

In January, the second half of the 2021 – 2022 session of the General Assembly begins, with legislators taking on the issues left over and newly introduced issues. Scott Slatton, director of advocacy and communications; Casey Fields, manager for municipal advocacy; and Joannie Nickel and Erica Wright; legislative and public policy advocates, talk about what to expect.

Achievement Awards – Hilton Head Island’s Rehabilitation of Stormwater Pump Stations: S3 Ep50 Dec 13, 2021

Show notes

Hilton Head Island won a 2021 Achievement Award from the Municipal Association for its $4.2 million project to improve the town’s two oldest pump stations. Stormwater Manager Jeff Netzinger explains how the town handles its stormwater challenges, how the project developed and how it was funded. See the video at vimeo.com/575510902.

Forms of Government: S3 Ep49 Dec 06, 2021

Show notes

South Carolina law allows municipalities to choose their governance model from one of three forms of government. Field Services Managers Charlie Barrineau and Jeff Shacker discuss common questions they receive about the council form, the mayor-council form and the council-manager form.

Sidewalk Maintenance and Liability: S3 Ep48 Nov 22, 2021

Show notes

Sidewalk maintenance problems can endanger people and create costly insurance claims for municipalities. Loss Control Consultant John Ciesielski discusses what issues to look out for, and ways to manage sidewalk risks proactively.

City Connect Market Purchasing Program: S3 Ep47 Nov 15, 2021

Show notes

City Connect Market, a cooperative purchasing partnership between the Municipal Association and HGACBuy, allows SC cities and towns to get volume discounts on purchases. The Association’s Chief Operating Officer Jake Broom explains the program’s benefits.

Achievement Awards – Conway’s Playground Reinvention Project: S3 Ep46 Nov 08, 2021

Show notes

Conway won a 2021 Achievement Award from the Municipal Association when it replaced flood-destroyed playgrounds in a series of projects that emphasized resiliency, accessibility and local character. Deputy City Administrator John Rogers describes the planning and funding of the new playgrounds, and how they have been received. See the video at vimeo.com/575512354.

Federal Advocacy Update: S3 Ep45 Nov 01, 2021

Show notes

The Municipal Association’s advocacy team has significantly increased its outreach to members of South Carolina’s federal delegation in the last couple of years, and had meetings with legislators and their staff in Washington, D.C., in September. Scott Slatton, Erica Wright and Casey Fields explain.

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

City Quick Connect Podcast from the Municipal Association of South Carolina – Municipal Association of SC

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected