City Quick Connect Podcast from the Municipal Association of South Carolina

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City Quick Connect: Business Licensing Resources 10/25/24 Oct 25, 2024

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Business licensing officials in South Carolina have access to a large number of resources for administering their licenses in compliance with state law, from required update schedules to sample documents to training from the SC Business Licensing Officials Association. Municipal Association Manager for Local Revenue Services Caitlin Cothran and Staff Associate for Affiliate Services Elizabeth Copeland discuss. Learn more: https://www.masc.sc/business-licensing-south-carolina

City Quick Connect: Incident Investigations 10/18/24 Oct 18, 2024

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Incident investigations are a risk management tool for cases of injury or loss. Cities can use them to determine why the incident happened and what can help prevent it from happening again. Bethany Pendley and Kayde Niemira of the Municipal Association of SC Risk Management Services discuss how to conduct incident investigations, and what cities can gain from them.

City Quick Connect: Achievement Awards – Six Mile’s Bryson Children’s Nature Park 10/11/24 Oct 11, 2024

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The Town of Six Mile won a 2024 Achievement Award from the Municipal Association for successfully turning a land bequest into a preserved green space adjoining Six Mile Elementary School. Mayor James Atkinson explains the process of getting the land into a conservation easement, as well as how the park will be used. See the award video at www.masc.sc/achievement-award/2024/population-1-1000-town-six-mile.

City Quick Connect: Achievement Awards – Goose Creek’s Adopt a Goose Program 10/4/24 Oct 04, 2024

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The City of Goose Creek won a 2024 Achievement Award in the Communications category for its marketing of the Adopt a Goose program, a citywide installation of goose sculptures, each with its own design. Goose Creek's Marketing Manager Adam Kelly and Art Director Barb Richardson discuss how the project has helped build community identity and engagement, the widespread attention the geese have received and where the project goes from here. See the award video at www.masc.sc/achievement-award/2024/communications-city-goose-creek.

City Quick Connect: Achievement Awards – The Hardeeville Commerce Park 9/27/24 Sep 27, 2024

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The City of Hardeeville won a 2024 Achievement Award for its development of the Hardeeville Commerce Park located on Interstate 95. City Manager Michael Czymbor discusses land acquisition, infrastructure preparation, and what the development means for Hardeeville’s economy and future. See the award video at https://www.masc.sc/achievement-award/2024/population-5001-10000-city-hardeeville

City Quick Connect: Achievement Awards – Abbeville’s Infrastructure Modernization 9/20/24 Sep 20, 2024

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The City of Abbeville won a 2024 Achievement Award from the Municipal Association for its ongoing capital improvement plan, replacing and upgrading everything from water to sewer, stormwater and electrical lines. City Manager Blake Stone discusses how the efforts have been planned and funded, as well as their impact on economic development and quality of life for Abbeville. See the award video at https://www.masc.sc/achievement-award/2024/population-1001-5000-city-abbeville

City Quick Connect: Achievement Awards – Florence’s Sports Tourism 9/13/24 Sep 13, 2024

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The City of Florence won the 2024 Joseph P. Riley Jr. Economic Development Achievement Award for its sports tourism development involving an expanding slate of athletic facilities. City Manager Scotty Davis and Athletic Director Tim Wilson discuss how the city has built and maintained these facilities, the economic impact of visiting athletes, and what’s next for sports in Florence. See the award video at https://www.masc.sc/achievement-award/2024/economic-development-city-florence

City Quick Connect: Excellence on Main Street Award – Main Street Inman 9/6/24 Sep 06, 2024

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Main Street Inman won the Main Street South Carolina 2024 Excellence on Main Street Award for the Mayor’s Youth Council, a program focused on civic education and community pride. Its members attend council meetings, volunteer at events and participate in cleanup days. Inman Mayor Cornelius Huff and City Administrator Joe Lanahan discuss the program’s development, its impact on students and its impact on downtown Inman. See the award video at https://vimeo.com/988521595.

From the Dome to Your Home 8/30/2024 Aug 30, 2024

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Casey Fields, Joannie Nickel and Erica Wright discuss the Advocacy Initiatives Building Day that will happen in Columbia on September 25, where city and town officials are invited to share their ideas and concerns for the 2025 legislative session at the State House. More information: https://www.masc.sc/event/advocacy-initiatives-building-day

City Quick Connect: Sanitation Truck Fires 8/23/24 Aug 23, 2024

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Garbage trucks face numerous potential fire hazards that can endanger people and become incredibly costly as well. Municipal Association Loss Control Manager Bethany Pendley talks about how cities can handle this hazard, including preventive maintenance, cleaning, and training for what to do when a sanitation truck fire occurs. Learn more: https://www.masc.sc/uptown/07-2023/dont-let-trash-trucks-become-burn-barrels

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