As Fate Would Have It

Valley Park Productions

As Fate Would Have It is hosted by Fate, Texas Mayor David Billings and David Martin, host of the Good Government Show. On this podcast we are going to discuss the fate of Fate. What's going on in the city, plans for the future and how the Mayor is creating a better Fate for Fate, Texas.

  1. APR 20

    Your Charter, Your Constitution

    The city of Fate charter, what is it and why is it important? Autumn Lobinsky a member of the 2025 Charter Review Commission, explains the charter and why it may need to be update, especially now. It's the city's playbook she says. Read the City Charter and other documents at https://library.municode.com/TX/Fate/CODES/Code_of_Ordinances?nodeId=PTICH Listen to the latest episode of As Fate Would Have It, with David Billings, former Mayor of Fate and Dave Martin, co-host and also host of the podcast The Good Government Show. Fate, Tx Executive Producers: David Billings, David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow Hosts: David Billings, David Martin Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic Editor: Jason Stershic

    25 min

  2. MAR 16

    Elections are NOT up to Fate

    Elections have a process, legal guidelines to follow. Election officials work hard to make sure everyone votes who wants to vote does. Chris Lynch is the Rockwall County Elections Supervisor. He will tell you that in Rockwall elections are fair and done right. Listen to the latest episode of As Fate Would Have It, with David Billings, former Mayor of Fate and Dave Martin, co-host and also host of the podcast The Good Government Show. Fate, Tx Executive Producers: David Billings, David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow Hosts: David Billings, David Martin Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic Editor: Jason Stershic

    30 min

  3. FEB 16

    The Fate of the American Legion

    Clarence Jorif is the incoming commander of the Terry Fisher Post of Rockwall's American Legion. The Army veteran joins Navy veteran David Billings to discuss the work of the American Legion and Boys and Girls State. Listen to the latest episode of As Fate Would Have It, with David Billings, former Mayor of Fate and Dave Martin, co-host and also host of the podcast The Good Government Show. Fate, Tx Executive Producers: David Billings, David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow Hosts: David Billings, David Martin Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic Editor: Jason Stershic

    26 min

  4. JAN 19

    Here Comes the Judge

    Mark Russo is the District 3 Justice of the Peace in Rockwall County, TX. He joins David Billings on this episode and talks about what cases he handles in his court and how people should prepare for court. Hint, look sharp, dress up. Listen to the latest episode of As Fate Would Have It, with David Billings, former Mayor of Fate and Dave Martin, co-host and also host of the podcast The Good Government Show. Fate, Tx Executive Producers: David Billings, David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow Hosts: David Billings, David Martin Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic Editor: Jason Stershic

    29 min

  5. 12/15/2025

    The fate of the Roads in Fate

    There's a lot of traffic on the roads in Fate. It's annoying, it slows down your trips and your commute. But as David Billings explains, road construction is necessary and it's part of long-term plan. Fate is growing and he says, the roads have to keep up with the city's growth. Listen to the latest episode of As Fate Would Have It, with David Billings, former Mayor of Fate and Dave Martin, co-host and also host of the podcast The Good Government Show. Fate, Tx Executive Producers: David Billings, David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow Hosts: David Billings, David Martin Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic Editor: Jason Stershic

    21 min

  6. 11/24/2025

    Private Partnerships Makes for Good Government

    Joining the podcast on this episode is Farrah Brabson of the Children's Advocacy Center for Rockwall County. She talks about how her organization provides essential services for children at risk. She explains how her organization bridges the gap for services government can't provide and how they streamline the services they offer to both victim's, their families and government. Listen to the latest episode of As Fate Would Have It, with David Billings, former Mayor of Fate and Dave Martin, co-host and also host of the podcast The Good Government Show. Fate, Tx Executive Producers: David Billings, David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow Hosts: David Billings, David Martin Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic Editor: Jason Stershic

    30 min

  7. 10/27/2025

    New Taxes, but Good Taxes in Fate

    Former Fate Mayor David Billings explains why he is in favor of a new tax for the people of Rockwall County, Texas. For just $13 dollars a month, this new VATRE tax will help improve schools and property values. Just listen. Listen to the latest episode of As Fate Would Have It, with David Billings, former Mayor of Fate and Dave Martin, co-host and also host of the podcast The Good Government Show. Fate, Tx Executive Producers: David Billings, David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow Hosts: David Billings, David Martin Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic Editor: Jason Stershic

    27 min

  8. 09/22/2025

    Meet the Former Mayor of Fate

    David Billings stepped down as mayor of Fate, TX, but he is still a strong advocate for good government. Listen to his future plans and his concern that lower taxes may mean less city services. Listen to the latest episode of As Fate Would Have It, with David Billings, former Mayor of Fate and Dave Martin, co-host and also host of the podcast The Good Government Show. Fate, Tx Executive Producers: David Billings, David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow Hosts: David Billings, David Martin Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic Editor: Jason Stershic

    28 min
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As Fate Would Have It is hosted by Fate, Texas Mayor David Billings and David Martin, host of the Good Government Show. On this podcast we are going to discuss the fate of Fate. What's going on in the city, plans for the future and how the Mayor is creating a better Fate for Fate, Texas.

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  • Creator
    Valley Park Productions
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024
  • Show Website
    As Fate Would Have It