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There's a Little Something for Everyone at Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve Aug 06, 2024

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Have you visited Plano's Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve?

Plano's largest park is 800 acres. Trail lovers will enjoy the nearly eight miles of concrete trails and five miles of soft surface trails located along Rowlett Creek. Bring your own kayak, canoe or SUP and enjoy paddling around the park's pond. Zipline through the forest canopy and over the creek beds. Nature lovers will enjoy a day of bird watching and wildlife tours in this certified Audubon Cooperative sanctuary. The Nature and Retreat Center is the perfect venue for corporate meetings, special events and retreats. Kelley Crimmins joins Plano Mayor Summer Intern Alexa on a walk-and-talk through Oak Point Park in this bonus episode.

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Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve

The Nature and Retreat Center

Go Ape Zipline

#77: Taking a look at what's on the way for Parks and Recreation Aug 01, 2024

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You may have noticed a lot of construction projects happening in our parks right now. From trail extensions to erosion control, and playground replacement to recreation center renovations, Renee Jordan joins the show to give us an update.

This month's story links:

INSIDE PLANO: Parks and Recreation Projects with Renee Jordan

Plano Mayor's Summer Internship Program

Plano Parks and Recreation

Active projects in Plano Parks and Recreation

Tom Muhlenbeck Recreation Center Renovation

Plano's trail system

Presentation of the FY 2024-25 Recommended Budget and Proposed Community Investment Program Jul 26, 2024

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We want you to be informed about the budget process in the City of Plano.

This July through September, we are releasing all budget-related City Council meeting audio as bonus episodes of the Inside Plano podcast.

Today's bonus episode features audio from the July 24, 2024, City Council meeting when the City Manager's Recommended FY 2024-2025 City Budget and Proposed Community Investment Program were presented to Council.

You can review the budget online at plano.gov/RecommendedBudget.

You can submit questions to askplano@plano.gov. Answers will be posted on Mondays at plano.gov/RecommendedBudget.

#76: Short Term Rentals in Plano Jul 01, 2024

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Short term rentals have been a subject of discussion for some time in Plano. In late April, Plano's City Council passed new regulations. Christina Day and Curtis Howard join the show to tell us what we need to know about STRs.

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Short Term Rentals

#75: You Can Always Go Downtown Jun 01, 2024

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If you haven't been to downtown Plano lately, consider this your invitation. Downtown offers a little bit of everything: Shopping, entertainment, dining and vibrant arts community. Michelle Hawkins joins the show to tell us what's new in historic downtown.

This month's story links:

INSIDE PLANO: Downtown Plano with Michelle Hawkins

Downtown Plano

Events and Shows

#74: Update on the State of Business in Plano May 01, 2024

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It's been a year since we last explored development projects in the City of Plano. Doug McDonald and Peter Braster are back to update our listeners on the state of business and development.

This month's story links:

INSIDE PLANO: Business and Development with Doug McDonald and Peter Braster

Apply to serve on a Board or Commission

#73: Preparing for the Path of Totality Apr 01, 2024

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This month we're focusing on a rare event happening in Plano. The Total Solar Eclipse crosses Texas on April 8 and Plano is on the path of totality! You won't want to miss the details we cover in the show because there won't be another Total Solar Eclipse in the contiguous United States until 2044. Millerann Moya of Visit Plano joins the podcast to share everything you need to know to prepare. Download & Listen: https://apple.co/2qngea0

Watch this episode on YouTube.

This month's story links:

INSIDE PLANO: Total Solar Eclipse 2024 with Millerann Moya

2024 Total Solar Eclipse in Plano

#72: It's not too soon to think about summer work and summer fun Mar 01, 2024

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It may be spring but we're already dreaming of warm summer days, full of summer fun and for some of us, great summer jobs. Kelley Crimmins joins the podcast to talk about all Plano Parks and Recreation has to offer, including information about upcoming hiring events.

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INSIDE PLANO: Parks and Recreation Summer Fun with Kelley Crimmins

2024 Plano State of the City Feb 11, 2024

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Tune in to this bonus episode of the Inside Plano podcast to listen to Mayor John Muns 2024 State of the City address.

#71: PISD students shouldn't miss this great learn-work opportunity Feb 01, 2024

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For more than 10 years, PISD students have gained valuable work experience with Plano's amazing business community. Stephen Tanner joins the podcast to talk about the Plano Mayor's Summer Internship program and the value it brings to students and businesses.

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WINTER WEATHER

Winter weather updates and resources

INSIDE PLANO: Plano Summer Mayor's Internship Program with Stephen Tanner

Plano Mayor's Summer Internship Program