The Mayors Perspective

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Where Illinois community leaders speak candidly about the state and nationwide decisions that directly impact your community… your wallet… and your future. No spin. No talking points. Just real conversations about the policies shaping our communities — and what it means for you. Because when decisions are made at the top… they’re felt at home. Be a part of the podcast! Send us an email at TheMayorsPerspective@gmail.com Follow Us on Social Media @TheMayorsPerspective on Facebook, YouTube, & Instagram Stream Us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music Listen to us on your Smart Speaker Just...

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Ep05 (5-28-26) The Truth About the Build Act: With Special Guest Tim Baldermann 28.05.2026 52:45

In this episode, local officials discuss the Build Act, local government challenges, community engagement, and upcoming community events. They share insights on legislation impacts, community development, and ways residents can get involved. Build Act, local government, community development, legislation, Illinois, municipal challenges, community engagement, public safety, infrastructure, local ev...

Ep04 (04-22-26): Community Policing, E-Bikes, Lost Property, FOIA, Evidence & More! 22.04.2026 1:00:01

To get involved, send us an email at TheMayorsPerspective@gmail.com Follow Us On Social Media @TheMayorsPerspective In this episode of the Mayor's Perspective Podcast, hosts Pingree Grove, Illinois Village President Amber Kubiak, and Gilberts, Illinois Village President Guy Zambetti discuss the challenges municipalities face in navigating local government issues. They explore the impact of state a...

Ep03 (03-29-26): Zoning, Development Processes, New Businesses, Planning, & Community Relationships 29.03.2026 1:11:47

To get involved, send us an email at TheMayorsPerspective@gmail.com Follow Us On Social Media @TheMayorsPerspective In this episode of the Mayor's Perspective Podcast, hosts Hampshire, Illinois Village President Mike Reid Jr., Pingree Grove, Illinois Village President Amber Kubiak, and Gilberts, Illinois Village President Guy Zambetti discuss the challenges municipalities face in navigating local...

Ep02 (03-12-26): Illinois Public Transit Reform & Proposed Multi Family Housing Bills 13.03.2026 1:05:28

To get involved, send us an email at TheMayorsPerspective@gmail.com Follow Us On Social media @TheMayorsPerspective In this episode of the Mayor's Perspective Podcast, We welome our special guest, Algonquin, Illinois Village President Debby Sosine, as hosts Hampshire, Illinois Village President Mike Reid Jr., Pingree Grove, Illinois Village President Amber Kubiak, and Gilberts, Illinois Village Pr...

Ep01 (02.26.26): LGDF, Local Control, Working Together, Municipal Challenges and Compromise 27.02.2026 1:03:29

To get involved, send us an email at TheMayorsPerspective@gmail.com Follow Us On Social In this episode of the Mayor's Perspective Podcast, hosts Mike Reid Jr., Amber Kubiak, and Guy Zambetti discuss the challenges faced by municipalities in navigating local government issues. They explore the impact of state and federal legislation on local communities, the complexities of development planning, a...