Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchCities Exploring New and Old Transportation Models
Cities across the state are exploring some new, and some old transportation models. But why spend so much money on possibilities when we know what wo…
1 year, 9 months ago
Are You Following Your Bail Bond Board?
Counties have bail bond boards made up of local elected officials and you should be watching them.
1 year, 9 months ago
Are We Resilient?
In Texas, we face a lot of natural disasters and local governments are always talking about resiliency. But do they ever get it right?
1 year, 10 months ago
Is Guaranteed Income Working?
The largest formal study on guaranteed income, so far, was released and results aren't what supporters hoped they'd be.
1 year, 10 months ago
City's Spend Big on Civic Art
Local governments often spend a percentage of large construction budgets on civic art leading some cities to have bigger art collections than your lo…
1 year, 10 months ago
Does Texas Have Unions?
Some people claim there are no unions in Texas, it's simply untrue. They're responsible for a lot of the employment policies we see at the local leve…
1 year, 10 months ago
Squatters, a Growing Problem in Texas
Across the state squatters are moving in and laying claim to people's homes. Is it also happening in your neighborhood?
1 year, 11 months ago
Will Stafford Remain A City Without Property Taxes?
For three decades, Stafford has operated without a property tax. If the city council has their way, that will change this November.
1 year, 11 months ago
Major Investments in Small Towns
Big tech investments are happening in Texas small towns and taxpayers are looking to benefit.
1 year, 11 months ago
New Group Hopes to Encourage Republican Mayors
Most major cities have Democratic mayors leading the charge but a new group, led by Texas mayors, is hoping to change that.
1 year, 11 months ago