Chattanooga Civics: Recent Episodes

Nathan Bird

A podcast discussing local government in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Visit ChattanoogaCivics.com for civic resources.

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Nicole Heyman is Chattanooga's first chief housing officer, a role created by Mayor Tim Kelly to bring a unified vision and strategy to the city's various affordable housing programs. In this episode we discuss what governments mean when they say "affordable housing", the programs that Chattanooga is using to promote affordability, and other factors that are affecting housing prices.

A summary of the cities affordable housing programs can be hound here: https://chattanooga.gov/images/citymedia/Purchasing_Images/Affordable_Housing_Programs_-_HCI.ED2.24.23Website.pdf You can view the recent Housing Needs Assessment here: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/13GrqZy03m9-jNLxXDyQqw8n8CMflaIg7/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=111435993292580286607&rtpof=true&sd=true

You can sign up for the Chattanooga Civics Newsletter at buttondown.email/ChattanoogaCivics For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com To support the show go to patreon.com/ChattCivics Chattanooga Civicsis a member of the PodNooga Network. To find more great podcasts from local creators, find Podnooga on facebook and instagram or on the web at podnooganetwork.com

Music credits: Loopster by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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The City of Chattanooga’s Office of Homelessness and Supportive Housing (OHSH) works to both prevent homelessness as well as rapidly house residents experiencing homelessness through street outreach services, community partnerships, a rapid re-housing program, as well as provide emergency services when needed.

https://chattanooga.gov/ohsh

You can sign up for the Chattanooga Civics Newsletter at buttondown.email/ChattanoogaCivics

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

To support the show go to patreon.com/ChattCivics

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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In an age when people are feeling increasingly disconnected from their government, neighborhood associations provide a fantastic opportunity to renew engagement and trust.

Find out more about Neighborhood Associations here: https://chattanooga.gov/community-development/neighborhood-services/neighborhood-associations2

Follow the Department of Community Development on Instagram, @chatt_commdev

You can sign up for the Chattanooga Civics Newsletter at buttondown.email/ChattanoogaCivics

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

To support the show go to patreon.com/ChattCivics

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Mayor Kelly is half way through his term. We sat down to get an update on how things our going and what the future holds.

You can view the proposed budget here: https://budget.chattanooga.gov/#!/year/default

You can view the city paving schedule here: https://chattanooga.gov/public-works/transportation/transportation-resources/special-events-a-street-closures/transportation-project-updates

You can sign up for the Chattanooga Civics Newsletter at buttondown.email/ChattanoogaCivics

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

To support the show go to patreon.com/ChattCivics

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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The Chattanooga Public Library is an incredible resource to the people of Chattanooga. They have way more than just books!

Visit the library website here: https://chattlibrary.org/

You can sign up for the Chattanooga Civics Newsletter at buttondown.email/ChattanoogaCivics

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

To support the show go to patreon.com/ChattCivics

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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I do a deep dive into the Chattanooga Climate Action plan with Erik Schmidt. The city council will vote on the plan on Tuesday, March 28.

Find out more about the plan here: https://chattanooga.gov/city-planning/chattanooga-climate-action-plan/what-s-in-the-climate-action-plan

You can sign up for the Chattanooga Civics Newsletter at buttondown.email/ChattanoogaCivics

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

To support the show go to patreon.com/ChattCivics

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Councilwoman Coonrod joined the show to talk about her new criminal justice reform and consulting initiative, Re-Wake, which seeks to provide "a holistic approach to improving lives and strengthening communities". We also spoke about some of her recent legislative initiatives and her plans for the future. 

Find out more about Concilwoman Coonord at https://www.demetruscoonrod.com/

Find out more about Re-Wake at https://www.re-wake.org/

You can sign up for the Chattanooga Civics Newsletter at buttondown.email/ChattanoogaCivics

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

To support the show go to patreon.com/ChattCivics

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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City Boards are a great way to get involved in city government. The city has over fifty boards ranging from technical review , to oversight, to public input. 

View all city boards as well as current and upcoming vacancies at http://cha.city/boards

You can sign up for the Chattanooga Civics Newsletter at buttondown.email/ChattanoogaCivics

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

To support the show go to patreon.com/ChattCivics

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Tamara Steward is the city's first ever Chief Equity Officer. I sat down  with her to discuss the importance of equity and how her departments helps to promote equity both within the city government and in the broader Chattanooga community.

Learn more here: https://chattanooga.gov/equity-community-engagement

You can sign up for the Chattanooga Civics Newsletter at buttondown.email/ChattanoogaCivics

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

To support the show go to patreon.com/ChattCivics

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Chattanoogans in Action for Love Equality and Benevolence, or CALEB, is a  public action collation that brings together various groups from across  the city to enhance quality of life for all. With the announcement of  the South Broad Stadium project, CALEB is working towards the formation  of a Community Benefits Agreement to ensure the development brings  benefits for all Chattanoogans.

Learn more about CALEB here: https://www.calebcha.org/

Contact CALEB: info@calebcha.org

You can sign up for the Chattanooga Civics Newsletter here: https://buttondown.email/ChattanoogaCivics

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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It is unfortunately common for people to feel alienated from their  government, to feel as though the problems they experience in their  neighborhoods are not the problems that officials are talking about at  city hall. This feeling of alienation can lead to a lack of engagement,  which can lead to a further feeling of alienation, and on and on in a  vicious cycle. The City of Chattanooga Department of Neighborhood  Services is one way the city is working to break that cycle. In this  episode we'll learn more about the Neighborhood Services Department and  how they are working to better reconnect citizens with our government.

You can sign up for the Chattanooga Civics Newsletter here: https://buttondown.email/ChattanoogaCivics

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits: 

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod 

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster 

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod 

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop 

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Hamilton County and the City of Chattanooga are proposing a plan to  revitalize the South Broad District, including the long empty US Pipe  and Wheland Foundry site. The centerpiece of this plan is the  construction of a new, publicly owned baseball stadium, using a  combination of private investment and public tax incentives. This plan  will be put to a vote by the county commission on August 3rd, and the  city council on August 9th.

You can read more about the project here: https://www.southbroad.info/

You can read more about the 2018 community plan here: https://southbroaddistrict.org/

This episode is sponsored by Weissmann Music - 850-450-7867 -  https://www.weissmanmusic.com/

You can sign up for the Chattanooga Civics Newsletter here: https://buttondown.email/ChattanoogaCivics

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits: Loopster by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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The Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority, more  commonly known as CARTA, is the public transit system in Chattanooga,  TN, serving the City of Chattanooga, Hamilton County and the surrounding  areas. In this episode we learn more about how CARTA operates and how  they lead in transit technology.

Find out more at https://www.gocarta.org/

This episode is sponsored by Weissmann Music - 850-450-7867 -  https://www.weissmanmusic.com/

You can sign up for the Chattanooga Civics Newsletter here: https://buttondown.email/ChattanoogaCivics

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits: Loopster by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Public Works is, in many ways, the cornerstone of city government.  Infrastructure and sanitation are among the core services that's define a  city. In this episode I spoke with Chattanooga's new director of Public  Works, Tom Hutka. We talk trash, sewage, and of course, potholes.

This episode is sponsored by Juicy Rhino. Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/3iJo8qz6R7GLPJ65eUhLvg

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Cities of all sizes use tax incentives to draw business and promote  growth. Helen Burns Sharp founded Accountability for Taxpayer Money to  better track an analyze the use of tax incentives in Chattanooga to  ensure that these packages are balanced and effective. In this episode  we discuss the most common types of tax incentives and how they are used  in Chattanooga.  

Find out more at https://www.atmchatt.com/ 

This episode is sponsored by Weissmann Music - 850-450-7867 -  https://www.weissmanmusic.com/

You can sign up for the Chattanooga Civics Newsletter here: https://buttondown.email/ChattanoogaCivics

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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For the first time in over a decade the City of Chattanooga is taking a  comprehensive look at it's parks system. I spoke with Scott Martin, the  new director of Parks and Outdoors, to discuss the impact parks have on  our city and what this new comprehensive plan might look like.

Find out more at https://www.chattanoogaparksandoutdoorsplan.com/

This episode is sponsored by Weissmann Music - 850-450-7867 - https://www.weissmanmusic.com/

You can sign up for the Chattanooga Civics Newsletter here: https://buttondown.email/ChattanoogaCivics

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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I branched out a bit for this episode. While I don’t have the time to cover any of our small neighboring municipalities (Red Bank, East Ridge, etc.), I was able to make some time to speak with Bridgett Raper of the Small Cities Coalition. Seven of our neighboring municipalities formed this coalition to better coordinate their positions on state and county legislation.

I apologize for the audio quality, this was my first episode back on Zoom in several months and I had the wrong mic selected. Thankfully Bridgett's audio came in much more clearly. 

This episode is sponsored by Weissmann Music - 850-450-7867 - https://www.weissmanmusic.com/

You can sign up for the Chattanooga Civics Newsletter here: https://buttondown.email/ChattanoogaCivics

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Mayor Kelly has been in office for one year! I sat down with him to discuss his goals, successes, and challenges. 

You can download the One Chattanooga Strategic Plan here (PDF): https://pbb.chattanooga.gov/one-chattanooga-strategic-plan/

You can read the CALEB Community Land Trust study here: https://www.calebcha.org/cltstudy.html

You can read the South Broad District stadium study here: https://issuu.com/chattanoogadesignstudio/docs/01-29-2018_southbroaddistrictstudy-/130

You can sign up for the Chattanooga Civics Newsletter here: https://buttondown.email/ChattanoogaCivics

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Zoning regulations have far reaching implications for housing  affordability, transportation and economic development. In Chattanooga  our entire downtown core has it's own unique section in the zoning code.  I sat down with Sarah Robbins, the Form Based Code Development Review  Planner, to learn more.

Chattanooga Civics is now on Patreon! Go to Patreon.com/ChattCivics

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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The Chattanooga Neighborhood Enterprise is non profit founded to help  families  navigate the homebuying process and become successful,  lifelong homeowners. CNE is involved in many different aspects of the  Chattanooga housing market, including education, lending, and  development. I sat down with Martina Guilfoil, the president of CNE, to  discuss their work, especially as it pertains to housing affordability.

Chattanooga Civics is now on Patreon! Go to Patreon.com/ChattCivics

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Mayor Tim Kelly recently announced his appointment for Chattanooga Chief of Police, Atlanta Deputy Chief of Police Celeste Murphy, pending confirmation by the city council. I sat down with a brief conversation to discuss her background and her thoughts on where she will take the CPD.

Chattanooga Civics is now on Patreon! Go to Patreon.com/ChattCivics

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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The city of Chattanooga has a rich architectural history. This episode is an interview with two people trying got preserve that history, Todd Morgan, Executive Director of the historic preservation organization Cornerstones, and Melisa Mortimer, the Development Review Planner for the City of Chattanooga Historic Zoning Commission.

Chattanooga Civics is now on Patreon! Go to Patreon.com/ChattCivics

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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I recently sat down Brian Bush, who is running against incumbent Sherry Paty for the position of City court Judge. Find out more at Electbrianbush.com

This episode is sponsored by Gowin Law. Go to GowinLaw.com

Chattanooga Civics is now on Patreon! Go to Patreon.com/ChattCivics

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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The city of Chattanooga is kicking off its budget writing process for  the 2023 fiscal year. I sat down with Brent Goldberg, Chief Financial  Officer for the city, to discuss the process the city uses to write it's  budget, how that process has changed over time, and how citizens can  give our input.

This episode is sponsored by Juicy Rhino. Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/3iJo8qz6R7GLPJ65eUhLvg

Learn more about the city budget, including teh One Chattanooga Strategic plan at https://pbb.chattanooga.gov/

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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The Regional Planning Agency plays a key role in the City of Chattanooga zoning process. This is the second episode in a series on zoning. 

Explore the RPA area plans here: https://chcrpa.org/planning-projects/land-use-plans/area-plans/

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Councilman Darrin Ledford joins the show to explain the basics of the zoning process. This will be the first of several episodes dedicated to zoning. 

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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What is redistricting? Why is it important? How can you get involved?

Contact your commissioner to provide feedback: https://www.hamiltontn.gov/CountyCommission_Committees.aspx#commissioners

The current 11 district proposal: https://davesredistricting.org/join/0edd7717-9f24-4f16-a0c4-159d9348dbc4

The Comptroller's 2021 guide to local redistricting: https://comptroller.tn.gov/content/dam/cot/pa/documents/lg/GuideToRedistrict.pdf

Sign up to attend the county commissioner's meeting with the Community-Led Redistricting group: https://www.mobilize.us/dashboard/civictn/event/413407/

Sign up for the 10/19 redistricting 102 (map analysis + map drawing session): https://www.mobilize.us/civictn/event/419981/

Helpful mapping software:

Dave's redistricting: https://davesredistricting.org/maps#home

Districtr: https://districtr.org/

Representable: https://www.representable.org/

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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The Chattanooga Design Studio is non-profit group seeking to enhance  Chattanooga’s quality of life by educating the community about,  advocating for, and facilitating excellent urban design.

Find out more about he Chattanooga Design Studio at https://www.chattanoogastudio.com/

Find more Civic Resources at ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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The Trust for Public Land, or TPL, is a conservation group that regularly works with the City of Chattanooga to bring the benefits of parks and nature to the places, people, and communities that need them most.

Find out more for The Trust for Public Land at https://www.tpl.org/our-work/tennessee

Find more civic resources at ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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How is the city using data to improve performance, transparency, and accountability?

View the City's open data platform here: https://www.chattadata.org/

Learn how to use the open data platform here: https://www.chattadata.org/videos

Submit a project proposal to Chattalytics: https://connect.chattanooga.gov/opmod/chattalytics/

Apply for a job with the Office of Performance Management and Open Data: http://officeofperformancemanagement.github.io/

For more civic resources visit ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

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I spoke with Joda Thongnopnua, Chief of Policy, to learn more about Mayor's 2022 budget proposal. 

See the budget at budget.chattanooga.gov

Find more civic resources at ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

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What ever happened with Tim Kelly's 100 Day Plan? Well, as it turns out, quite a lot!

View the First 100 Day Action Tracker 

Find more civic resources at ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

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Worried about traffic? It's no secret that transportation is one of the most pressing issues in Chattanooga. I sat down with Melissa Taylor and Caroline Daigle, representatives of the Chattanooga-Hamilton County/North Georgia Transportation Planning Organization to find out more about their work on the 2050 Regional Transportation Plan.

View the RTP website here

View the RTP Story Maps here

Find more civic resources at ChattanoogaCivics.com

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

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Let's get back to the basics. How does local government work in Chattanooga?

To find out more about local government visit ChattanoogaCivics.com and click "Civic Resources"

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

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It's been too long. Let's get back to it.

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I sat down once again with Tim Kelly to take a deeper dive into his policies as he runs against Kim White for the mayor's seat.

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Email me at chattanoogacivics@gmail.com

Support the show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/NathanBirdCHA 

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster 

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop 

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An interview with Isiah Hester, candidate for city council, district 5.  You can find out more about his campaign by visiting https://www.isiahhester.com/

Find out more about the other mayoral and city council candidates by  visiting http://www.chattanoogacivics.com  

Follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @ChattCivics

Email me at chattanoogacivics@gmail.com

Support the show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/NathanBirdCHA 

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster 

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop 

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I sat down once again with Kim White to take a deeper dive into her policies as she runs against Tim Kelly for the mayor's seat.

Follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @ChattCivics

Email me at chattanoogacivics@gmail.com

Support the show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/NathanBirdCHA 

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster 

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop 

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First, if you haven't done so already, go vote on March 2!

Second, where should Chattanooga Civics go from here?

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An interview with Demetrus Coonrod, candidate for reelection to city  council, district 9. You can find out more about her campaign by  visiting https://www.demetruscoonrod.com/

Find out more about the other mayoral and city council candidates by  visiting http://www.chattanoogacivics.com  

Follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @ChattCivics

Email me at chattanoogacivics@gmail.com

Support the show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/NathanBirdCHA 

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster 

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop 

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An interview with Wade Hinton, former City Attorney, Deputy General Counsel at Volkswagen, and Vice President of Inclusion and Diversity at Unum, and candidate for mayor. You can learn more about his campaign by visiting https://wadehinton.com/ 

Find out more about the other mayoral and city council candidates by  visiting http://www.chattanoogacivics.com  

Follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @ChattCivics

Email me at chattanoogacivics@gmail.com

Support the show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/NathanBirdCHA 

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster 

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop 

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An interview with Rachael Torrence, candidate for city council, district  3. You can find out more about her campaign by visiting  https://www.rachaeltdistrict3.com/

Find out more about the other mayoral and city council candidates by  visiting http://www.chattanoogacivics.com  

Follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @ChattCivics

Email me at chattanoogacivics@gmail.com

Support the show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/NathanBirdCHA 

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster 

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop 

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An interview with Andrew McLaren, US Marine veteran, private security  specialist, and candidate for mayor. You can learn more about his  campaign by visiting https://www.mclarenformayor.com/

Find out more about the other mayoral and city council candidates by  visiting http://www.chattanoogacivics.com  

Follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @ChattCivics

Email me at chattanoogacivics@gmail.com

Support the show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/NathanBirdCHA 

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster 

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop 

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An interview with Dennis Clark, candidate for city council, district 5.  You can find out more about his campaign by visiting  https://www.dennisclark.org/

Find out more about the other mayoral and city council candidates by  visiting http://www.chattanoogacivics.com  

Follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @ChattCivics

Email me at chattanoogacivics@gmail.com

Support the show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/NathanBirdCHA 

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster 

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop 

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An interview with Tim Gorman, candidate for city council, district 2. You can find out more about his campaign by visiting https://www.votegorman.com/

Find out more about the other mayoral and city council candidates by  visiting http://www.chattanoogacivics.com  

Follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @ChattCivics

Email me at chattanoogacivics@gmail.com

Support the show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/NathanBirdCHA 

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster 

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop 

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An interview with Christopher Dahl, local activist and historian, and  candidate for Chattanooga City Mayor. Learn more about his campaign by  visiting www.electchrisdahl.com

Find out more about the other mayoral and city council candidates by  visiting http://www.chattanoogacivics.com  

Follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @ChattCivics

Email me at chattanoogacivics@gmail.com

Support the show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/NathanBirdCHA 

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster 

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop 

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An interview with Kim White, former president and CEO of the River City  Company, and candidate for Chattanooga City Mayor. You can find out more  about her campaign by visiting https://www.kimwhiteformayor.com/

Find out more about the other mayoral and city council candidates by  visiting http://www.chattanoogacivics.com  

Follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @ChattCivics

Email me at chattanoogacivics@gmail.com

Support the show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/NathanBirdCHA 

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster 

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop 

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An interview with Marie Mott, candidate for city council, district 8. Find more about Marie's campaign by visiting https://www.mariemott.com/

Find out more about the other mayoral and city council candidates by  visiting http://www.chattanoogacivics.com  

Follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @ChattCivics

Email me at chattanoogacivics@gmail.com

Support the show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/NathanBirdCHA 

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster 

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop 

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An interview with Raquetta Dotley, candidate for city council, district 7.  Find more about Raquetta's campaign by visiting https://www.raquettadotley.com/

Find out more about the other mayoral and city council candidates by  visiting http://www.chattanoogacivics.com  

Follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @ChattCivics

Email me at chattanoogacivics@gmail.com

Support the show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/NathanBirdCHA 

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster 

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop 

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An interview with Jenny Hill, candidate for city council, district 2.  Find more about Jenny's campaign by visiting https://www.votejennyhill.org/

Find out more about the other mayoral and city council candidates by  visiting http://www.chattanoogacivics.com    

Follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @ChattCivics   

Email me at chattanoogacivics@gmail.com   

Support the show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/NathanBirdCHA   

Music credits: 

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod 

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster 

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod 

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop 

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An interview with Thomas Lee, candidate for city council, district 2. Find more about Thomas's campaign by visiting www.thomasleeforchatt.com

Find out more about the other mayoral and city council candidates by visiting chattanoogacivics.com

Follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @ChattCivics

Email me at chattanoogacivics@gmail.com

Support the show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/NathanBirdCHA

Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

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An interview with D'Andre Anderson, candidate for city council, district 8. Find more about D'Andre's campaign by visiting his website, www.votedandre.com

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Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

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An interview with Dr. Elenora Woods, local dentist, philanthropist, and civil rights activist, and candidate for Chattanooga City Mayor. Find more about her campaign by visiting www.docwoods.org

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Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

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An interview with Leanne Jones, candidate for city council, district 5. Find more about Leanne's campaign by visiting her website, electleannemjones.com.

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Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

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An interview with Monty Bruell, local entrepreneur, business, and non-profit consultant, and candidate for Chattanooga City Mayor. Find more about the Monty campaign by visiting his website, montybruell.com.

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Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

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Today we discuss the powers and responsibilities of the City Mayor.

View the full list of City Boards and Commissions

Apply to serve on a City Budget Results Team by emailing bfo@chattanooga.gov

View the results from the 2021 Budget Public Engagement sessions

View the 2021 City Budget

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Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

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Today we discuss the powers, responsibilities, and organization of the City Council.

Find out which City Council District you live in.

Learn more about your Council Representative.

Watch City Council Meetings on YouTube.

Watch City Council Agenda and Committee Meetings on YouTube.

View the City of Chattanooga Code of Ordinances.

Want to run for city council? Contact the Hamilton County Election Commission.

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Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

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An interview with Tim Kelly, local businessman and candidate for Chattanooga City Mayor. Find more about the Kelly campaign by visiting his website, kellyforcha.com or check out his podcast, Common Purpose. 

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Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

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What is the difference between the city and the county governments? How do they interact and overlap with one another?

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Music Credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop

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Introducing Chattanooga Civics, a podcast discussing local government in Chattanooga, TN.

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Music credits:

Loopster by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4991-loopster

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Funk Game Loop by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3787-funk-game-loop 

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/