Inside Plano, The City Podcast

Latest Episodes:

#55: It's Budget Season in the City! Aug 01, 2022

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#54: Reinvesting in our community Jul 01, 2022

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July brings fireworks (but from the experts only!) and lots of great activities for the whole family. Unless you've been hiding in the air conditioning, you've probably noticed a lot of construction going on around the city. We asked CIP Engineering Manager Clay Lipscomb to join the show to tell us what CIP stands for and explain how Plano's reinvesting in our community.

WHAT'S NEW: July

All American Fourth

City Holiday closures

Plano Parks and Recreation Gold Medal finalist

Plano Park system best in Texas

Two more Plano trails named National Recreational Trails

Plano Community Band Summer Series

Thinking Money for Kids

2022 HOA Legal Clinic

First Time Homebuyer Education Class

BEHIND THE SCENES: CIP with Clay Lipscomb, CIP Engineering Manager

Community Investment

More details about CIP and the City's budget

Community Investment Program Status Report

Community Investment Program map

THOSE OTHER THINGS: Budget coming soon and Back-to-School is coming

City Manager Recommended Budget for FY 2022-23

PISD Back-to-School Enrollment Extravaganza

#53: I didn't know that! Answering the questions you didn't know to ask Jun 01, 2022

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We told you to send us your questions and you did! But sometimes the most helpful answers are to questions you didn't know you should ask. From "what's that?" project updates to simple ways to manage your water use, Steve and Shannah have a treasure trove of tips you should know to share this month. Susan Carr, Director of Public Safety Communications, joins the show to explain how 9-1-1 works and why you should never hang up the phone before talking to a call taker.

This month's story links:

WHAT'S NEW: June

Plano's 149th birthday

Summer Learning

Stoler on the Street

Pet registration

Annual water quality report (Consumer Confidence Report)

WaterMyYard

Tips for using water wisely

Sustainability and Environmental Education classes and webinars

Current City projects map

Parks projects

Current projects status report

Rent a City facility

BEHIND THE SCENES: 9-1-1 with Susan Carr, Director of Public Safety Communications

About Public Safety Communications

How 9-1-1 works

Smart 9-1-1

THOSE OTHER THINGS: All American Fourth and Oak Point Pool

All American Fourth

Oak Point Pool

#52: What are property standards and why should you care? May 01, 2022

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There's more to property standards than finding code violations. Scott Lussier, Property Standards Manager, joins Steve and Shannah to explain the true purpose of property standards and how they keep our city safe and beautiful. There are events you don't want to miss this month, including the long-awaited reopening of Davis Library.

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WHAT'S NEW: May

Salt the Rim

Davis Library grand reopening

Senior Information and Wellness Fair

Peace Officer Memorial Event

Asphalt overlays

Wildflowers in Plano

Wildlife in Plano

BEHIND THE SCENES: Property Standards with Scott Lussier

About Property Standards

Multi-family rental registration and inspection program

Hotel/Motel registration and inspection program

Common violations

Tips for maintaining your home each season

THOSE OTHER THINGS: Happy Anniversary and Summer is on the Way

Courtyard Theater

Summer Learning

#51: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Zoning Apr 01, 2022

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You've probably seen these signs around Plano: "Proposed Zoning Change." But do you know what all goes into the zoning process? Christina Day, Director of Planning, joins Steve and Shannah to explain zoning in Plano and how you can get involved. Spring is finally here in Plano and happily, so are many of our much-missed spring events.

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WHAT'S NEW: April

Spring Tree Giveaway

Easter Egg Hound Hunt

Underground Movement Festival

Great American Clean Up

Waste Ace Fair

Liberty Block Party

Dangers of Pedestrians in the Roadway

BEHIND THE SCENES: Zoning with Christina Day, Director of Planning

Plano's Planning Department

Call a Planner: 972-941-7151

Zoning Process

Plano Zoning Ordinance

Recent Development and Zoning Map

Planning & Zoning Commission

Active Zoning Petitions

Zoning Case Response Map

THOSE OTHER THINGS: Stay informed and Trash to treasures

Community Garage Sale

#50 – Answering the Ask Plano Inbox Mar 10, 2022

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Each month the City receives hundreds of questions through email and social media. Steve and Shannah open up the Ask Plano inbox to answer several recent questions. March is busy, with the return of the Taste of Plano Foodies pass and a new fun event, the Texas Forever Fest. Plus sign up now for the zoning alert tool and make plans to attend the Public Safety Town Hall.

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WHAT'S NEW: March

Taste of Plano Foodie Pass

Texas Forever Fest

BEHIND THE SCENES: Questions to Ask Plano

Donate books to the Plano Public Library

Texas Pure Products

Replace your trash or recycling cart

Construction updates for Plano Parks

Report lost animal

Contact Property Standards

Map of Plano parks and trails

Learn what you can recycle

Park rules

Listening Tour

Road project updates

Plano's Code of Ordinances

THOSE OTHER THINGS: Zoning Alert Tool and Public Safety Town Hall

Town Hall

Plano State of the City 2022 (bonus episode) Feb 12, 2022

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Plano Mayor John Muns presented his first State of the City address since his election in conjunction with the Plano Chamber Annual Meeting. Presented as a joint effort between the Plano Chamber of Commerce, City of Plano, and Plano Independent School District, this virtual event also featured updates from the school district, remarks from Plano Chamber leadership, and the passing of the gavel from Steve McSwain to Emily Zoog. This bonus episode features the Mayor's speech. If you are interested in watching the full event, please visit the City's YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/rLXoAYHS5jw

#49: Get Back to Basics with a 101 on Living in Plano Feb 01, 2022

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Do you know everything available to help make life in Plano a little easier? Steve and Shannah have a helpful 101 on Living in Plano. Abba Yaney joins the podcast to talk about how Plano uses social media to connect with residents. Plus we want you to join us for the 2022 Listening Tour.

This month's story links:

WHAT'S NEW: February

Follow our City of Plano social media sites

Learn about your City Council members

Subscribe to the City's podcast, Inside Plano

Discover our great trails and affordable recreation centers and pools

Explore the road construction webpage to find construction information near your location and commute

Check out this graphic to know who to call with concerns near your property

Download the Fix It Plano app to report issues throughout the City

Add the Plano non-emergency number to your phone: 972-424-5678

Consider volunteering in Plano to learn more about your City

BEHIND THE SCENES: The City is Social with Abba Yaney

Guide to the City's Social Media Channels

THOSE OTHER THINGS: Listening Tour and Public Safety Town Hall

Plano Listening Tour

Town Hall

#48: Looking Back, Looking Forward Jan 01, 2022

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2021 was a surprisingly busy year. Steve and Shannah take a look back at the year that was we move into a new year. They also peek at things coming in 2022 and reflect on their favorite projects from last year.

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LOOKING FORWARD: 2022

DARTzoom

Plano Listening Tour

Oak Point Recreation Center outdoor pool project

Davis Library project

Fire Training Facility

Harrington Library project

Chief Biggerstaff Swearing In

FAVORITE THINGS: Videos and Recaps

Stoler on the Street

Council recaps in Plano City News

#47: What's happening at Harrington Library? Dec 01, 2021

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Your bond dollars are at work in Plano! Steve and Shannah get you up to date on what's underway. Melissa Shadowens joins the podcast to talk about the Harrington Library expansion and renovation project. Plus we have holiday happenings and important information about tree removal.

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WHAT'S NEW: December

Dickens in Downtown

Holiday Celebration with the Plano Community Band

Christmas Holiday Art Camp

Get Creative: Ornament Extravaganza

Plano Public Library monthly events

Special Paid Collections

Council Chamber renovation project

Plano Recreation Memberships

Oak Point Recreation Center outdoor pool project

Davis Library project