Missouri City View

In this episode of the MML City View Podcast, we are happy to welcome Jacob Rohter, outreach coordinator with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources Brownfields/Voluntary Cleanup program. In this role, Jacob helps Missouri communities redevelop underutilized or potentially contaminated properties by connecting needs to available resources. Does your community have a potential Brownfield? Cli...

In this episode of the MML City View Podcast, we share a quick debriefing of how this year’s session ended with the Missouri Legislature.  We will also share how you can best establish a relationship with your local legislator and why that is crucial for your community. MML’s Executive Director, Richard Sheets, and Shanon Hawk, Vice President of Government Affairs with AT Government Strategies, jo...

Meet MML President and Mayor of Moline Acres Michele DeShay as she shares more information about MML Municipal Governance Institute and why it is valuable for every local official. MML Municipal Governance Institute Be sure to subscribe to Missouri City View and leave us a review in your favorite podcast app! Learn more at www.mocities.com. Follow MML! www.facebook.com/mocities www.twitter.com/moc...

In this episode of the MML City View Podcast, we speak with Greg Burris and Cora Scott, co-founders of the increasingly popular Give 5 Program, a first-of-its-kind program matching retired and retiring citizens with key volunteer opportunities in the community. Greg and Cora began this unique opportunity in Springfield and the success has led to other cities adopting a similar structure. Be sure t...

In this episode of the MML City View Podcast, we speak with Jon Nelson, assistant to the state highway safety and traffic engineer for the Missouri Department of Transportation. Jon works a great deal with Missouri’s highway safety programs, especially in conjunction with the Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety. Learn more about the Show Me Zero program and how you can help decrease traffic cras...

This week we learn more about United WE and the great work of the organization to empower women and encourage their participation in public service. We spoke with Wendy Doyle, CEO, about the challenges women face when considering participation with a board and commission, and the programs/research United WE offers to help support women and bring them to the table. Appointments Project Research Exe...

On this episode of the Missouri City View podcast, we speak with Todd Smith, associate attorney with Lauber Municipal Law, regarding the law enforcement considerations of Amendment III.  Learn more about what is legal with the Amendment's passage, and what that means for city ordinances, law enforcement personnel and more. Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) http://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/MSHPWeb...

In this episode of the MML City View Podcast, we review the state of high-speed broadband access in Missouri and the developments that have happened over the past few months.  Spoiler alert: Missourians have until Jan. 13 to file challenges to newly released maps of broadband coverage in time to be considered when determining Missouri’s share of federal broadband funding. The Missouri Office of Br...

 By becoming a Hidden Heroes city, Missouri cities can recognize caregivers and help identify their needs in the community . Learn more about this program and how it can benefit your city through our interview with Shawn Moore, executive director of Caregivers on the Homefront. You can also read more about Hidden Heroes in the November/December issue of the MML Review here . https://caregivers-hom...

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This week we speak with Kyle Wilkens, executive director of the USDA-Rural Development Missouri office, and Mayor Lisa Green of Hayti, MO. They each share how rural communities can receive help with a variety of projects using funds from USDA-Rural Development, and Mayor Green shares success stories and how they were able to receive assistance for a much-needed new city hall building. USDA-RD Miss...

Episode 10 of the Missouri City View podcast gives you a behind-the-scenes look at MML Regional Meetings and how they will benefit your city! MML hits the road each spring and fall to meet with cities in each of our eight regions. You'll enjoy networking, dinner, a speaker and the chance to share best practices and solutions with communities close to home. Learn more about MML regional meetin...

Today we interview Tom Oldham, Sedalia council member and member of the MML board of directors. Tom is a passionate advocate for helping those around him, and today you’ll learn more about the many ways he serves. Tom began as a council member in 2019 and has had the opportunity to work on improving Sedalia’s infrastructure, neighborhood revitalization and first responder developments. He also pla...

This episode, MML takes you behind the scenes of our largest annual event, the MML Annual Conference.  Meet Emily Koenigsfeld, MML's event and training manager, and learn about the yearlong process of planning this event that hosts more than 1,000 attendees, exhibitors and guests.  Registration ends soon for this event! Take a look at the MML Annual Conference website and learn more about why...

The U.S. Bipartisan Infrastructure Law brings opportunities for your city to fund projects that may have not been possible before. Learn how Missouri's Regional Planning Commissions across the state can help you access those funds and best apply them in your community. https://moarpa.mo.gov/ http://macog.org/ Be sure to subscribe to Missouri City View and leave us a review in your favorite po...

In this episode, Richard Sheets and Shanon Hawk cover how the 2022 Missouri Legislative session ended for Missouri cities, and what to expect next year. They also share the best ways for city officials to develop and strengthen relationships with state and federal legislators, especially while many legislators are back in their districts.  Richard Sheets, MML Executive Director Shanon Hawk, VP of...

In episode 5 of the Missouri City View podcast, we meet BJ Tanksley, director of the Missouri Office of Broadband Development, to learn about the upcoming programs and plans that will increase and improve coverage of broadband service in Missouri. We also learn more about how the city of Wildwood is using American Rescue Plan Act funds to expand the city's broadband service. Missouri Office o...

Meet Mayor Carson Ross, a longtime mayor of the city of Blue Springs, and former state legislator with the Missouri House of Representatives. He has a unique perspective on the changes occurring in government at both the state and local level. As the first African American mayor of Blue Springs, he shares his road to leadership and offers sound advice for those considering local government service...

In our third episode, we speak with Jefferson City Mayor Carrie Tergin about how Jefferson City has addressed dilapidated housing, the partnerships that have helped effect change and new developments underway. We also talk about riverfront development in the Capital City and what's next! City of Jefferson: https://www.jeffersoncitymo.gov/ Ivy Terrace: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ivyter...

In this second episode of the Missouri City View podcast, we speak with Jeff Kempker, Missouri Local Government Employee Retirement System assistant executive director of external affairs. Jeff shares why Missouri needs local government workers and how important it is that they are taken care of as well. Jeff has a strong knowledge of how the right planning can mean a safe future for local governm...

In this introductory episode of the Missouri City View podcast, MML Executive Director Richard Sheets and MML President Joe Garritano share the League's mission and advocacy approach. Joe, a council member with the city of Wildwood, Missouri, discusses how local elected officials can make a difference at the state legislature and highlights the great aspects of Wildwood. Be sure to subscribe...