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City Quick Connect Podcast from the Municipal Association of South Carolina

Municipal Association of SC

The Municipal Association of South Carolina podcasts giving listeners another way to get timely information about topics important to cities and towns.

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00:32:12

SC/DC: Rep. William Timmons 1/9/26

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2026/01/09

Rep. William Timmons of South Carolina’s 4th congressional district joins the podcast to discuss his time as a state senator and how it differs from Congress, the issues involved in legislating at the federal level, how lawmakers work out compromise deals and how they address federal government shutdowns. The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the policy or position of the Municipal Association of South Carolina.

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00:36:43

From the Dome to Your Home 12/19/25

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2025/12/19

Todd Glover and Erica Wright, who also participate in the SC/DC podcast, join Casey Fields and Jake Broom to discuss what actions they would all like to see happen at the South Carolina State House and the U.S. Congress in 2026 to help cities and towns. They also discuss the Municipal Association’s 2026 Hometown Legislative Action Day, happening January 20 in Columbia.

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00:32:11

City Quick Connect: Cybersecurity 12/12/25

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2025/12/12

Cybersecurity is a critical operational issue for municipalities of every size. Loss Control Manager Bethany Pendley talks about numerous key security measures that city leaders should be thinking about, cybersecurity risks for police departments, and what a cyber incident response plan should include.

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00:25:48

SC/DC: Opportunity Zones 12/5/25

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2025/12/05

Established by Congress and recently made permanent, Opportunity Zones are a tool designed to drive private investment into specifically designated communities that need it most. Shay Hawkins, the tax counsel for Sen. Tim Scott, discusses with Todd Glover and Erica Wright what Opportunity Zones are, what changes they are undergoing, and how cities and investors can take advantage of them.

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01:00:34

City Quick Connect: Passing and Amending Ordinances...

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2025/11/21

Municipal Association General Counsel Eric Shytle and Associate General Counsel Sara Weathers discuss key questions of how city councils handle ordinances. They discuss when ordinances are needed, procedures for enacting them, amending ordinances during passage, and amending or repealing already-passed ordinances.

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00:33:40

City Quick Connect: WeShopSC Small Business Impact...

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2025/11/14

In 2023, the Municipal Association of SC, along with Main Street SC, its downtown revitalization technical assistance program, created WeShopSC, a statewide e-commerce marketplace. Jenny Boulware and Jonathan Irick of Main Street SC talk about the latest data on WeShopSC’s impact on small businesses, and how businesses can participate.

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00:22:34

City Quick Connect: Achievement Awards – Clio’s...

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2025/11/07

The Town of Clio won a 2025 Achievement Award for the development of a long-sought-after community park, made possible by community involvement and fundraising. Hear from Mayor Adam Pate about the effort.Learn more: www.masc.sc/achievement-award/2025/1-1000-population-category-town-clio-clios-community-park

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00:24:25

City Quick Connect: Achievement Awards – Walterboro’s...

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2025/10/31

The City of Walterboro won a 2025 Achievement Award for its expansion of its wastewater plant, which doubled its capacity ahead of future growth. Hear from Mayor Bill Young, City Manager Jeff Molinari and Utilities Director Wayne Crosby about the project. Learn more: https://www.masc.sc/achievement-award/2025/5001-10000-category-city-walterboro-walterboro-wastewater-treatment-plant

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00:21:01

City Quick Connect: Achievement Awards – North...

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2025/10/24

The City of North Charleston won a 2025 Achievement Award in the Public Service category for its Park Circle redevelopment, which includes the world’s largest inclusive playground, an inclusive baseball field and a multi-use community facility. Hear from Mandi Mills, North Charleston’s outreach coordinator, about the project. Learn more: www.masc.sc/achievement-award/2025/public-service-category-city-north-charleston-park-circle-reimagined

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00:37:42

City Quick Connect: Achievement Awards – Mauldin’s...

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2025/10/17

The City of Mauldin won a 2025 Achievement Award in the Economic Development category for the BridgeWay Station project, attention-grabbing development apartments, offices, shops, restaurants and now a stadium, all with an Italianate design. Mauldin Mayor Terry Merritt, City Administrator Seth Duncan and Director of Business and Development Services David Dyrhaug discuss. Learn more: https://www.masc.sc/achievement-award/2025/economic-development-category-city-mauldin-bridgeway-station-urban

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00:35:27

SC/DC: Federal Government Shutdown 10/16/25

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2025/10/16

Without Congress passing funding legislation, the federal government shutdown began October 1. National League of Cities Legislative Director for Housing, Community and Economic Development, Michael Wallace discusses with Todd Glover and Erica Wright about what shutdowns are, what they mean for federal employees and local economies, and what city governments should be considering and doing during a shutdown. More information:

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00:23:14

City Quick Connect: Avoiding Using Public Resources...

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2025/10/10

South Carolina law prohibits public officials and staff from using public resources in a way that would influence an election or ballot measure. Municipal Association of SC Field Services Managers Charlie Barrineau, Desirée Fragoso and Rob Wolfe discuss what this means in practice.

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00:31:45

City Quick Connect: Achievement Awards – Forest...

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2025/10/03

The City of Forest Acres won a 2025 Achievement Award for its innovative development of the Gills Creek Memorial Park on a small and challenging property. City Administrator Shaun Greenwood talks about the city’s vision for the park, the process of assembling parcels and funding, and the parks’ community impact. Learn more: https://www.masc.sc/achievement-award/2025/10001-20000-category-city-forest-acres-gills-creek-memorial-park

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00:43:18

SC/DC: National League of Cities 9/26/25

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2025/09/26

Municipal Association of SC Executive Director Todd Glover and Legislative and Public Policy Advocate Erica Wright talk with National League of Cities Senior Executive and Director of Federal Advocacy Irma Esparza Diggs. They discuss how the NLC has worked with the Municipal Association, and the current status and future outlook of Congressional funding for cities and towns.

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00:40:37

City Quick Connect: Achievement Awards – Goose...

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2025/09/19

The City of Goose Creek won a 2025 Achievement Award in the Communications category for its promotions of the newly developed amphitheater and the concert series that take place there. Goose Creek's Marketing Manager Adam Kelly discuss the venue, the city’s marketing efforts of it, and how they track the success of their messages. Learn more: https://www.masc.sc/achievement-award/2025/communications-category-city-goose-creek-joseph-s-daning-amphitheater

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00:21:12

City Quick Connect: Reducing Auto Losses 9/15/25

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2025/09/15

Auto loss claims can be expensive for cities and disruptive for their operations. Loss Control Manager Bethany Pendley talks about the many steps that cities can take to reduce the dangers of auto losses, including defensive driving training, as well as South Carolina’s new hands-free law requiring drivers to not hold or support cell phones while driving.

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00:32:04

SC/DC: Federal Advocacy Efforts 9/5/25

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2025/09/05

The SC/DC podcast will explore the Municipal Association of South Carolina’s work with the state’s federal delegation. Association Executive Director Todd Glover and Legislative and Public Policy Advocate Erica Wright explains how the Association engages and builds relationships with U.S. representatives and senators.

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00:37:48

From the Dome to Your Home: How Annexation Works 8/22/25

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2025/08/22

Learn how annexation works in South Carolina, as well as common misconceptions about the process. Hear from the Municipal Association’s Director of Advocacy Casey Fields, Chief Operating Officer Jake Broom, as well as Legislative and Public Policy Advocates Daina Riley Phillips and Erica Wright.

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00:16:49

City Quick Connect: IMPACT Fund 8/15/25

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2025/08/15

The Municipal Association’s new IMPACT Fund, powered by VC3, offers $25,000 Problem Solver Grants and $100,000 Big Idea Grants. Chief Operating Officer Jake Broom explains the program and what cities need to consider when applying by the September 26 deadline. More information: https://www.masc.sc/impact-fund

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00:51:32

City Quick Connect: Annual Meeting Interviews, Part 3...

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2025/08/08

The Association’s podcast hosted drop-in interviews throughout the 2025 Annual Meeting for officials to share the positive impacts their municipality has achieved for residents. Hear from Fountain Inn Mayor GP McLeer, Georgetown Councilmember Tamika Williams-Obeng, Laurens Councilmember Calvin Whitmire and Beaufort Deputy City Manager JJ Sauve.

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