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Simple Civics: Greenville County

Greater Good Greenville

Trash pick up. EMS and 911 service. Roads and sidewalks. Business licenses. School bus routes. These are the things that impact your day-to-day life, and they are all part of local government. But hardly anyone pays attention to local government - until they have a problem. We want to change that. Simple Civics: Greenville County is here to help you learn about and get involved in your local government in Greenville County, South Carolina. Whether you live in downtown Greenville or Possum Kingdom,

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22:32

District 23 - Meet your candidates for the Greenville...

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/05/31

Meet the primary candidates for Greenville County Council District 23 in the Democratic primary on June 14th: Alan Mitchell and David C. Mitchell. Your vote is so important - especially in the primary! In 2020, one of our County Council primaries was decided by just three votes! Please take a listen and share with your neighbors. Alan Mitchell: https://www.alanmitchell-greenville23.com/ David C. Mitchell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-c-mitchell-15b0465/ _ Produced by The Greenville Podcast

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22:06

District 19 - Meet your candidates for the Greenville...

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/05/24

Meet the primary candidates for Greenville County Council District 19 in the Republican primary on June 14th: Benton Blount, Jackie Clark, and Ivan Mathena (Willis Meadows, the incumbant, did not respond to numerous requests to participate). Your vote is so important - especially in the primary! In 2020, one of our County Council primaries was decided by just three votes! Please take a listen and share with your neighbors. Benton Blount: https://bentonblount.com/ Jackie Clark: No website yet Ivan

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23:06

District 17 - Meet your candidates for the Greenville...

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/05/17

Meet Joe Dill and Joey Russo, primary candidates for Greenville County Council District 17 in the Republican primary on June 14th. In this episode, each candidate has 10 minutes to introduce himself to the voters. Mr. Dill is the incumbent and Mr. Russo is seeking to unseat him. Your vote is so important - especially in the primary! In 2020, one of our County Council primaries was decided by just three votes! Please take a listen and share with your neighbors. Joe Dill Website:

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19:00

Your primary election to-do list!

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/05/10

Primary elections are not the extra credit assignment - they are for ALL voters (and in some cases are more important than the November general election!). This episode is your complete voter to-do list, for newcomers and long-time voters alike. Lawson Wetli with the League of Women Voters of Greenville County fills us in on all of the details about registering, research, and voting in person on election day, early absentee, or by mail. SC Election Commission website: https://SCVotes.gov Voter

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34:35

Law Enforcement in Greenville County

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/05/03

Greenville County Sheriff Hobart Lewis and Greenville City Police Chief Howie Thompson lead law enforcement to maintain public order, manage public safety, and enforce laws within their jurisdictions. Both came into their roles at the beginning of one of the most tumultuous times in recent history. In this episode, we'll hear from them on the basics about their organizations, their strategic priorities, and how their view their work during this time of racial reckoning and change in our community

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15:28

Nonpartisan school boards

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/04/26

In all but two school districts in South Carolina - and in the majority of districts across the nation - school board races are nonpartisan. Candidates run to serve on the school board without affiliation to the Democratic, Libertarian, Republican, or any other political party. Why is that and what are the benefits? Catherine Schumacher with Public Education Partners talks with former school board member Tommie Reece about political parties and schools. Find Catherine Schumacher on LinkedIn:

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19:30

What is a FILOT and why do we have them?

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/04/19

If you attend Greenville County Council meetings, you’ll typically see several items on the agenda related to Fee in Lieu of Tax agreement. Your eyes might glaze over at this point in the meeting or your ears might perk up wondering why someone might pay a fee instead of a tax. These agreements have been in the news twice just this year as Council rejected a Greer development project looking for a Fee in Lieu of Tax agreement and reversed course allowing a FILOT for another large development

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19:28

Partnerships between government and nonprofits

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/04/12

Partnerships between nonprofit organizations and government can help each party achieve its objectives in a way that neither could on its own, and all for the benefit of the larger community. Jenn Hulehan, member of Simpsonville City Council, and Mark Steenback, Chief Resource Officer with Habitat for Humanity, discuss a partnership between the city and Habitat that is bringing 13 new affordable homes to Simpsonville and what goes into a successful government/nonprofit partnership. Jenn Hulehan

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20:51

Why Transit is Essential

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/04/05

Getting cars off the road, getting employees to workplaces, getting shoppers to retail - transit is essential to making these things happen. James Keel, Director of Greenlink (Greenville County's transit system), and Erin Predmore, Executive Director of Greenville Connects (a local transit advocacy coalition), discuss why transit is essential, the many improvements to Greenlink in recent years, and how you can ride if you haven't already. _ Produced by The Greenville Podcast Company.

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19:55

Van Broad, City of Mauldin, and Taft Matney, Mauldin...

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/03/29

"Businesses like to go where people are happy. If you've got people who are happy, you've got happy employees." Van Broad, newly retired economic development director for the City of Mauldin, reflects on why economic development is important, how it is done, and how it's about so much more than simply recruiting businesses to our community. He's interviewed by Taft Matney, Mauldin City Council member, and he says: "Economic development is multifaceted. It can be community development - like

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17:54

Speaking up for change and bringing others along:...

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/03/22

Tina Harris, Director of Greenville County Outreach for FAVOR, says, “I have a desire to do more advocating for the homeless and being a mouthpiece because I can look at my own experience, and I know it wasn’t a good or pretty picture. So, I’m open to standing up and being a voice for those that don’t have a voice.” She’s been recruiting more people who have or are currently experiencing homelessness to stand up and speak up. “I knew that they had a heart for change. And change comes when people

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15:40

Do primaries matter? (YES - and sometimes more than...

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/03/15

In 2018 (the last mid-term or non-presidential election), more than half of South Carolina's voters turned out on the November election day. But back in June, only 20% of voters cast a ballot in the primary election. And that small group of summer voters largely determined who ended up in office. Because most of our races in South Carolina have just one party represented on the ballot in November, and that person is chosen during the summer primary. Jason Zacher, Senior Vice President of Business

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10:52

Planning for growth, with Tee Coker

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/03/08

Greenville County will grow by more than 200,000 residents over the next twenty years, and its decisions we make today that will shape the way this growth impacts us. Tee Coker is Assistant Administrator for Community Planning and Development with Greenville County, and he joins us to discuss all things planning. You may notice that our speakers’ voices are somewhat muffled. They are both wearing masks because this episode was recorded at a time of high community spread of Covid. Greenville County

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22:28

Get to know: SC Representative Chandra Dillard and...

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/03/01

What is needed to run for office? Does party matter as a candidate? What are the biggest lessons learned as an elected official? You'll learn about these topics and more in this conversation between two experienced public servants. Rep. Chandra Dillard (D) has served on Greenville City Council and is currently in the SC House of Representatives. Greenville Water Commissioner Deb Sofield (R) has also served on Greenville City Council and is a commissioner with Greenville Water. They offer a wealth of

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15:32

The intersection of business and nonprofit interests

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/02/22

Generally, the legislative priorities of a Chamber of Commerce are focused on improving the business climate. This often includes reducing tax burdens on businesses and improving access to workers for business growth. But the interests of social services agencies - including expungement of criminal records, managed growth, public transportation, and education - are important to businesses as well. Jason Zacher, Senior Vice President of Business Advocacy with the Greenville Chamber and the Upstate

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15:48

Roads, bridges, litter, and more

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/02/15

If you've spent any time driving around Greenville County then you know we have lots of roads and bridges to maintain. You can thank Hesha Gamble for the great condition they are in. Hesha is the Assistant County Administrator for Engineering and Public Works. Hesha is a fantastic public servant and is active in non-profits and philanthropy in Greenville County. She's involved in her sorority, Delta Sigma Theta, and has recently left the board of the Piedmont Health Foundation. Join us and learn

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27:04

Get to know: Kelly Byers and Will Ragland

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/02/08

Kelly Byers and Will Ragland are nonprofit professionals who felt a calling to run for office back in 2014. Kelly is the Director of Annual Giving for the Peace Center and a member of Travelers Rest City Council. Will Ragland is Founder and Executive Director of Mill Town Players and the Mayor of Pelzer. In this extended episode, they interview each other on why they ran for office, what they've learned, and why they believe it's important for residents to be involved. _ Produced by The Greenville

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15:18

Ending predatory lending in South Carolina

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/02/01

Payday loans, title loans, and some personal installment loans in charge interest rates that trap South Carolinians who are struggling to make ends meet. With rates as high as 999%, these lenders prey upon the poor with commercials with catchy jingles and colorful storefronts. This episode features the SC Fair Lending Alliance which is focused on capping the interest rates lenders can charge: a more fair rate of 36%. Kerri Smith of Self-Help Credit Union and Susan Stall with Village Engage discuss

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10:47

Redistricting Update: Greenville County

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/01/25

Redistricting our Country Council seats in Greenville County is almost complete. Today we'll hear from Lawson Wetli with the League of Women Voters and the NAACP to talk about the maps. How they look, whether we are happy with them, the process for getting here, and what's next. _ Produced by The Greenville Podcast Company.

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14:23

Resolve to Get Involved: Serve on a Board or Commission

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/01/18

Serving on a board or commission that is appointed by your city or county is a meaningful way to serve in local government without running for office. Autumn Shearin, who works at Harvest Hope Food Bank, was looking for a way to make a difference in local government, and her appointment to the Thrive Upstate Board made perfect allows her to give a voice for people with disabilities and support the mission of this organization. Danny Varat, Deputy Director of A Child’s Haven, talks with Autumn about

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