City Quick Connect Podcast from the Municipal Association of South Carolina

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2022 Annual Meeting – Matt Lehrman Jul 21, 2022

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Matt Lehrman, co-founder and managing direction of Social Prosperity Partners, and keynote speaker at the Annual Meeting, talks about how municipal officials can move beyond conflict and engage with every stakeholder in the ongoing work of local government.

2022 Annual Meeting – Executive Director Todd Glover Jul 21, 2022

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Association Executive Director Todd Glover calls attention to some of the Association’s initiatives relating to its major focus areas, including civility in government, economic development and workforce development.

2022 Annual Meeting — President Kathy Pender Jul 21, 2022

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Outgoing Municipal Association President Kathy Pender, councilmember for the City of Rock Hill, reflects on the importance of civility in government, one of the Association’s ongoing top priority, and steps that local leaders can take to promote civility.

2022 Annual Meeting – President-elect Rick Osbon Jul 21, 2022

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Aiken Mayor Rick Osbon, newly elected president of the Municipal Association of SC, discusses the value that the Association brings to cities and towns and his vision for the coming year.

Annual Meeting – July 14: S4 Ep29 Jul 20, 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 first day, discussing the ongoing “Civility Makes the Difference” message and other sessions with several attendees. They are joined by Seth Duncan, city manager for the City of York; Mayor Greg Habib of the City of Goose Creek; Matt Lehrman of Social Prosperity Partners, who delivered the keynote address; and Mayor Cornelius Huff of the City of Inman. Listen to Part 2: https://soundcloud.com/user-597239619/annual-meeting-july-15-s4-ep30

Civility in Government: S4 Ep27 Jul 11, 2022

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The Municipal Association of SC is focusing on civility in government as one of its top priorities. Executive Director Todd Glover discusses the critical need for a new push for civility, and some of the resources the Association is making available for officials and residents alike.

Managing Auto Crash Risks: S4 Ep28 Jul 06, 2022

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Vehicle crashes are a threat to safety, equipment and insurance costs. Municipal Association Loss Control Manager Bethany Pendley talks about some of the steps that cities and towns can take to improve driving habits and reduce the likelihood of crashes.

Primary Elections: S4 Ep26 Jun 23, 2022

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Casey Fields and Scott Slatton discuss the outcome of primary elections and the ways that the SC House of Representatives will change after both primaries and this fall's general election.

State Budget Update: S4 Ep25 Jun 23, 2022

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Joannie Nickel, Scott Slatton and Casey Fields discuss the impact of the state’s budget for cities and towns. Key points include a full funding for the Local Government Fund, funding for PTSD assistance for first responders, body cameras and vests for police and the Firefighter Cancer Fund. The budget also creates increases in retirement system and State Health Plan contributions, and changes to return-to-work rules for SCRS and PORS members.

Local Business License Renewal Center Update: S4 Ep24 Jun 21, 2022

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The Local Business License Renewal Center, which cities and towns must use to comply with Act 176, is intended as one way to make the license process easier for businesses. Caitlin Cothran and Kaylee Summerton of the Municipal Association’s Local Revenue Services describe lessons learned in the first round of license renewals, and what municipalities need to know for business licensing in 2023. More information: www.masc.sc/programs/local-reve…ense-renewal-center

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