City Quick Connect Podcast from the Municipal Association of South Carolina

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U.S. Small Business Administration Resources: S4 Ep38 Sep 26, 2022

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Representatives from the U.S. Small Business Administration recently joined Main Street South Carolina’s training session in Laurens to talk about what the SBA programs and resources can offer to South Carolina’s local businesses. Jenny Boulware talks with Jennifer Kim, associate administrator for the Office of Field Operations; Gregg White, district director for South Carolina; Allen Thomas, Region IV administrator; and Mike Corp, deputy district director for South Carolina. More information: www.sba.gov

Regional Advocacy Meetings Update: S4 Ep37 Sep 14, 2022

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The 2022 Regional Advocacy Meetings are happening through October, giving municipal officials a time to share their thoughts on legislation and other ways the Municipal Association can serve cities and towns. Scott Slatton and Casey Fields recap the meetings that have happened so far including issues discussed, like short-term rentals, enclave annexation, economic development incentives and attainable housing. More information: https://www.masc.sc/Pages/legislative/Regional-Advocacy-Meetings0323-8041.aspx

Achievement Awards – Town of Edisto Beach’s First Master Recreation Plan: S4 Ep36 Sep 12, 2022

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Edisto Beach won a 2022 Achievement Award from the Municipal Association for its comprehensive Master Park and Recreation Plan. Assistant Town Administrator Mark Aakhus discusses how the town sought grant funding for the effort, how it brought together wide-ranging public input for the plan and what plan recommendations it has turned into new projects. See the award video at https://vimeo.com/732164282.

Achievement Awards – City of Hardeeville’s New Recreation Center: S4 Ep35 Aug 30, 2022

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Hardeeville won a 2022 Achievement Award from the Municipal Association for the development of the 38,000-square-foot Hardeeville Recreation Center. City Manager Michael Czymbor and Parks, Recreation and Tourism Director Jennifer Combs talk about how the project grew out of a long-running dream, and what it has meant for Hardeeville and its larger region. See the award video at https://vimeo.com/732153018.

Regional Advocacy Meetings Preview: S4 Ep34 Aug 29, 2022

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Scott Slatton and Casey Fields discuss the Regional Advocacy Meetings happening in person for the first time since 2019 this fall, where municipal officials can participate in the crafting of future Municipal Association Advocacy Initiatives. The meetings will cover the Association’s civility in government efforts, the impacts of the 2022 elections and the broader political climate, and action items that cities and towns need to tackle even before the session begins. More information: https://www.masc.sc/Pages/legislative/Regional-Advocacy-Meetings0323-8041.aspx

Development Impact Fees: S4 Ep33 Aug 22, 2022

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Development impact fees, which recover the financial impact of new development for a local government, are regulated in South Carolina by the Development Impact Fee Act. Municipal Association General Counsel Eric Shytle explains how the law works and what municipalities should consider when they are seeking to impose this fee. Learn more: https://www.masc.sc/Pages/newsroom/uptown/July%202022/Development-Impact-Fees-Require-Justification.aspx

Fall Affiliate Meetings Preview: S4 Ep32 Aug 15, 2022

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Fall is a busy time for the Municipal Association’s numerous affiliate associations, with many meetings and conferences providing opportunities for a wide variety of municipal officials to learn, collaborate and network. Two members of the Association’s Education and Training staff, Elizabeth Copeland and Sara Whitaker, take a look at many of the meetings on the schedule. Learn more: https://www.masc.sc/education-events/association-training-calendar/by-date

New Standards for Law Enforcement Training and Procedures: S4 Ep31 Aug 08, 2022

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Jackie Swindler, director of the SC Criminal Justice Academy, reviews the state of SCCJA’s training efforts for police officers, as well as the recently passed Act 218, or H3050, with Casey Fields and Scott Slatton. Swindler discusses the background of how the law developed and its impact on officer training, procedures, failure to intervene, minimum standards for local agencies and compliance.

Annual Meeting – July 15: S4 Ep30 Jul 26, 2022

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Casey Fields and Scott Slatton podcast from the lobby of the Municipal Association’s Annual Meeting in Charleston during its second day to speak with several guests. The incoming Association president, Aiken Mayor Rick Osbon, talks about the diversity, equity and inclusion session; Hanahan Mayor Christie Rainwater shares advice for new mayors attending conferences; Orangeburg Department of Public Utilities General Manager Warren Harley talks about how civility impacts his department’s work; and the Association’s incoming first vice president, Conway Mayor Barbara Blain-Bellamy, talks about the value of professional development for elected officials. Listen to Part 1: https://soundcloud.com/user-597239619/annual-meeting-july-14-s4-ep29

2022 Annual Meeting – State Legislative Wrapup Jul 21, 2022

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The Municipal Association’s advocacy team reviews action from the General Assembly’s 2022 legislative session. Panelists are Director of Advocacy and Communications Scott Slatton, Manager for Municipal Advocacy Casey Fields, and the two legislative and public policy advocates, Joannie Nickel and Erica Wright.

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