Leading Iowa

Gene Gettys is the past city administrator for the City of Harlan, he says government is about people, working with and for people. Jay Christensen is the Mayor of Harlan, he says it doesn't matter what size your city is, talking to people helps deliver good government. IowaLeague.org Iowa League of Cities on Facebook Iowa League of Cities on YouTube Iowa League of Cities on LinkedIn Executive Pro...

James Bronner, City Administrator of Waverly says when you're using other people's money, you have to be efficient and work for the majority. Christopher Miculinich is the youngest City Council Member ever in Decorah. He won a write-in ballot. Listen to his thoughts on good government. IowaLeague.org Iowa League of Cities on Facebook Iowa League of Cities on YouTube Iowa League of Cities on Linked...

For over 30 years Teri Goodmann has worked to improve Dubuque, Washington and the U.S. She recently retired as Dubuque Assistant City Manager, but you can learn a lot in an engaging conversation on a career in government service. IowaLeague.org Iowa League of Cities on Facebook Iowa League of Cities on YouTube Iowa League of Cities on LinkedIn Executive Producers: Katie Wheeler, Brad Cavanagh, Dav...

Tim Vick, city manager of Manchester says good government looks 30, 40 or 50 years into the future and looks at the way their city is changing. Tyler Trout, city administrator of Avoca, says keeping an open mind to new ideas lead him to install something called noise cameras. Step into the future on Leading Iowa, Good Government in Iowa's Cities. IowaLeague.org Iowa League of Cities on Facebook Io...

Courtney Clarke is the mayor of Waukee and her city is one of the state's fastest growing. She says planning is the key to managing strategic growth. Oh and she talks about her city's spaghetti park, just listen. IowaLeague.org Iowa League of Cities on Facebook Iowa League of Cities on YouTube Iowa League of Cities on LinkedIn Executive Producers: Katie Wheeler, Brad Cavanagh, David Martin, David...

Katy Wethal, Dubuque City Councilwoman says good government starts with listening. Joseph Taylor, city administrator of Center Point says there are three ways to deliver good government and if you pay attention it's easy. IowaLeague.org Iowa League of Cities on Facebook Iowa League of Cities on YouTube Iowa League of Cities on LinkedIn Executive Producers: Katie Wheeler, Brad Cavanagh, David Marti...

A big bonfire at his home with friends and neighbors is Decorah City Manager Travis Goedken's favorite place. As a city manager he talks about how he works with the council and mayor. And we talk about good government in downtown Decorah. IowaLeague.org Iowa League of Cities on Facebook Iowa League of Cities on YouTube Iowa League of Cities on LinkedIn Executive Producers: Katie Wheeler, Brad Cava...

Let's be friends, it leads to better government, says Mason City mayor Bill Schickel. Listening and engaging, that's what Aaron Burnett, Mason City's city administrator says. Together they bring both tools to city government. IowaLeague.org Iowa League of Cities on Facebook Iowa League of Cities on YouTube Iowa League of Cities on LinkedIn Executive Producers: Katie Wheeler, Brad Cavanagh, David M...

The Iowa Mayor's Association recently named Mayor Quentin Hart of Waterloo Mayor of the Year. He tells Mayor Brad Cavanagh how he has built up Waterloo and why lighting a bridge made a big difference in his city. IowaLeague.org Iowa League of Cities on Facebook Iowa League of Cities on YouTube Iowa League of Cities on LinkedIn Executive Producers: Katie Wheeler, Brad Cavanagh, David Martin, David...

Vision and priorities held to steer the ship towards good government in Red Oak and over in Windsor Heights, all you have to do is listen to the people, so says their City Councilman. Shawnna Silvius, Mayor of Red Oak and Michael Libbie, City Council, Windsor Heights. IowaLeague.org Iowa League of Cities on Facebook Iowa League of Cities on YouTube Iowa League of Cities on LinkedIn Executive Produ...

Shelby Hagen is the City Clerk for Bondurant. She says the fun part of the job is riding through the city and seeing projects she had a hand in building. Listen to the many jobs a City Clerk does. IowaLeague.org Iowa League of Cities on Facebook Iowa League of Cities on YouTube Iowa League of Cities on LinkedIn Executive Producers: Katie Wheeler, Brad Cavanagh, David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludl...

Two city administrators talk about how they deliver good government. Rest assured, they aren't in it for the money. Travis explains how they use the money they do have. Sadly, a podcast doesn't do Mike's outfit justice but wait till you hear about it. IowaLeague.org Iowa League of Cities on Facebook Iowa League of Cities on YouTube Iowa League of Cities on LinkedIn Executive Producers: Katie Wheel...

Mayors can't do anything, says Nevada mayor Brett Barker, unless they work with partners and get the city's support behind them. He must be doing something right, he won a prestigious award for the progress he made as mayor. He talks about a revitalized Main Street and progress in housing and outdoor space. Listen to a dynamic mayor talk about how to set a tone for the city. IowaLeague.org Iowa Le...

She's all heart, just listen to Cami Rasmussen, city administrator of Solon explain it. She knows her community and she knows how to listen. Then hear Mike Van Milligen, city manager for Dubuque quote Mark Twain. IowaLeague.org Iowa League of Cities on Facebook Iowa League of Cities on YouTube Iowa League of Cities on LinkedIn Executive Producers: Katie Wheeler, Brad Cavanagh, David Martin, David...

Becca Bixler wanted a walking trail in her small city of Inwood. She walked out running for city council. Now she's one of Iowa's youngest mayors. Listen to her tell how she moved into government and how being a social worker helps to her to be a better mayor. IowaLeague.org Iowa League of Cities on Facebook Iowa League of Cities on YouTube Iowa League of Cities on LinkedIn Executive Producers: Ka...

Listen to the Mayor of Waukee and the City Clerk of Malvern explain why good planning leads to good government. That and giving the people what they want while still providing what they need. IowaLeague.org Iowa League of Cities on Facebook Iowa League of Cities on YouTube Iowa League of Cities on LinkedIn Executive Producers: Katie Wheeler, Brad Cavanagh, David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow Ho...

Dylan Mulinger is the city administrator for the small city of Oelwein. He joins hosts Brad Cavanagh and Dave Martin to discuss managing a small city and how sometimes has to manage the dreams of the mayor. A conversation that shows how a mayor and administrator see things differently, but still work towards providing good government. IowaLeague.org Iowa League of Cities on Facebook Iowa League of...

Alan Kemp, Executive Director of the Iowa League of Cities, says challenges bring out the best in Iowa's city leaders. Ashley Vanorny, City Council member from Cedar Rapids, says government that is accessible and easy brings joy to the people she serves. IowaLeague.org Iowa League of Cities on Facebook Iowa League of Cities on YouTube Iowa League of Cities on LinkedIn Executive Producers: Katie Wh...

Join hosts Brad Cavanagh and Dave Martin and their guest, Ashley Vanorny, a Cedar Rapids City Council member and the immediate past president of the Iowa League of Cities. Ashley discusses the promise and opportunities she sees across Iowa, her city's resilience and how neighbors help neighbors, and how city leaders across the state come together for a stronger Iowa. IowaLeague.org Iowa League of...

Leading Iowa: Good Government in Iowa's Cities  shines a spotlight on the best practices and success stories from Iowa's cities. Hosted by Brad Cavanagh, President of the Iowa League of Cities and Mayor of Dubuque, along with Dave Martin, host of the  Good Government Show  podcast, this series dives into conversations with government leaders across the state. Together, they explore effective gover...