Fifth & State

Fifth & State

Your inside look at everything Garland, unscripted. Join Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz as they dive into the topics shaping our city.

Episodes

  1. Jun 1

    Garland Delivers: Prop C- Granville Arts Center Renovation

    In this episode, Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz sit down with Cultural Arts Director Amy Rosenthal to discuss the voter-approved $25 million renovation of the Granville Arts Center. They highlight what patrons and performers can expect, share updates on the architectural and construction team and highlight how this project is one of many voter-approved investments taking shape across our city.

    35 min

  2. May 4

    Dive Into Summer With Garland Aquatics

    In this episode, Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz sit down with Aquatics and Athletics Services Manager Samantha Cairy to get Garland ready for summer. They discuss Opening Day for city pools on May 23, the return of Surf & Swim, and how Garland Aquatics keeps the season fun and safe.

    22 min

  3. Apr 6

    City Marshal and Parking Enforcement

    In this episode, Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz sit down with City Marshal Judy Granado to discuss the important role the City Marshal’s Office plays in serving Garland. From supporting Municipal Court operations to enforcing neighborhood standards like parking, the department helps keep our community safe, organized and welcoming.

    39 min

  4. Mar 3

    Code Compliance and the Future of Garland

    In this episode, Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz explore how Code Compliance strengthens neighborhood conditions and property values, supports economic development, assists residents and businesses, and helps keep Garland safe, attractive and thriving. Special Guest: Code Compliance Director Brian Morris

    32 min

  5. Feb 2

    Food Inspections and Public Health

    How food inspections and environmental health services protect residents every day—and why inspection scores, prevention, and education matter to the entire Garland community.

    18 min

  6. Jan 5

    Grow Garland Bond 2025: Proposition A Year 1 Plan

    Helping residents understand what Proposition A of the 2025 Bond Program will deliver in its first year—and how the City is planning, prioritizing, and preparing to move projects forward.

    33 min

  7. 12/01/2025

    How Development Happens in Garland

    Description: Mayor Hedrick is joined by Director of Planning & Development Nabila Nur to talk about how Garland plans, guides and manages development — everything from new businesses and housing to redevelopment, zoning and long-term city growth.

    32 min

  8. 11/03/2025

    Public Safety Part 2 - Fire and EMS

    This episode of Fifth & State continues the conversation on public safety in Garland. Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Judson Rex now sit down with Fire Chief Mark Lee to talk about the current state of Fire and EMS service, and what the future may hold.

    43 min

  9. 10/06/2025

    Policing and Public Safety

    Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Judson Rex sit down with Police Chief Jeff Bryan to talk about public safety in Garland — what it means to serve, how the department is evolving, and the everyday work that keeps our community safe.

    36 min

  10. 09/01/2025

    Housing

    This episode of Fifth & State covers housing in Garland — from affordability and Section 8 to SB840 and the City’s upcoming housing analysis.

    41 min

  11. 08/04/2025

    Lets Talk About Budget

    Fifth & State

    35 min

  12. 08/04/2025

    Introduction

    Fifth & State

    6 min
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About

Your inside look at everything Garland, unscripted. Join Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz as they dive into the topics shaping our city.

Information

  • Creator
    Fifth & State
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Fifth & State
  • Show Website
    Fifth & State

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