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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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00:33:40

City Quick Connect: WeShopSC Small Business Impact...

City Quick Connect Podcast from the Municipal... ·

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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00:43:57

City Quick Connect: Annual Meeting Interviews, Part 2...

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2025/08/01

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. In this episode, hear from Andrews Mayor Frank McClary, Hartsville Mayor Casey Hancock and Mauldin City Administrator Seth Duncan.

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00:49:04

City Quick Connect: Annual Meeting Interviews, Part 1...

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2025/07/25

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. In this first set, hear from Lyman Mayor Glenn Greer II, Cheraw Town Manager Rob Wolfe and Simpsonville Mayor Paul Shewmaker.

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00:45:37

2025 Annual Meeting – The Honorable David Beasley

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2025/07/23

Former South Carolina Gov. David Beasley delivers the Annual Meeting’s keynote address. Beasley, who served as the executive director of the United Nations World Food Programme from 2017 to 2023, discusses the organization’s efforts to feed those suffering from hunger throughout the world, which was recognized with a Nobel Peace Prize in 2020.

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00:13:07

2025 Annual Meeting – Executive Director Todd Glover

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2025/07/23

Association Executive Director Todd Glover addresses the importance of pursuing positive community change intentionally. He discusses changes made to the Municipal Association’s IMPACT grant, previously the Hometown Economic Development Grant, and an upcoming advertising campaign promoting the need for civility in local government work.

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00:10:51

2025 Annual Meeting — President Greg Habib

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2025/07/23

Outgoing Municipal Association President Greg Habib, mayor of the City of Goose Creek, discusses what he has learned in his year as president, the social and economic impact of South Carolina cities and the recent accomplishments of the Municipal Association. He also addresses the ongoing challenges of municipalities that require thoughtful leadership and civility.

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