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.

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Executive Producers: Katie Wheeler, Brad Cavanagh, David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
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Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic
Editor: Jason Stershic

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.

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Executive Producers: Katie Wheeler, Brad Cavanagh, David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
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Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic
Editor: Jason Stershic

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.

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Executive Producers: Katie Wheeler, Brad Cavanagh, David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
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Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic
Editor: Jason Stershic

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.

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Executive Producers: Katie Wheeler, Brad Cavanagh, David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
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Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic
Editor: Jason Stershic

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.

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Executive Producers: Katie Wheeler, Brad Cavanagh, David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
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Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic
Editor: Jason Stershic

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.

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Executive Producers: Katie Wheeler, Brad Cavanagh, David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
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Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic
Editor: Jason Stershic

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.

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Executive Producers: Katie Wheeler, Brad Cavanagh, David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
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Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic
Editor: Jason Stershic

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 governance, impactful projects that benefit Iowans, and how local governments are getting it right. Tune in for new episodes every two weeks.

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Executive Producers: Katie Wheeler, Brad Cavanagh, David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow
Hosts: Brad Cavanagh, David Martin
Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic
Editor: Jason Stershic