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The City of Tyler hosts a podcast series called Roses & Weeds to keep residents up-to-date with current events and news related to the city. The series celebrates city achievements, or "roses," while also digging into the weeds of city government by discussing the complexities of public administration on the local level.

Roses & Weeds City of Tyler Texas

    • Government
    • 4.8 • 16 Ratings

The City of Tyler hosts a podcast series called Roses & Weeds to keep residents up-to-date with current events and news related to the city. The series celebrates city achievements, or "roses," while also digging into the weeds of city government by discussing the complexities of public administration on the local level.

    S5E2 - Getting the Lead Out with TWU

    S5E2 - Getting the Lead Out with TWU

    In the latest episode of Roses and Weeds, Utilities Director Kate Dietz and Tyler Water Utilities Project Engineer Jacob Yanker discuss the City of Tyler's Lead Service Line Inventory campaign. They explain the importance of identifying and replacing lead service lines to continue ensuring safe drinking water for the community. They also dive into the challenges and successes of the campaign, as well as the potential impact on future water infrastructure policies. Overall, it's an informative and thought-provoking conversation about the intersection of public health and municipal governance.
    Roses & Weeds is recorded at the Downtown Visitors Center and is hosted by the City of Tyler's Communication Department. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future show topics, please reach out to us at PublicRelations@TylerTexas.com and be sure to use #rosesandweeds on all your questions to the City of Tyler on social media.

    • 38 min
    S5E1: Tyler Becomes Future Ready with the '24 Budget

    S5E1: Tyler Becomes Future Ready with the '24 Budget

    In this episode of the podcast, City Manager Ed Broussard and Deputy City Manager Stephanie Franklin join host Julie Goodgame to discuss the City of Tyler's Fiscal Year 2024 budget. They go into detail about how the budget is developed and what factors are taken into consideration during the process. They also discuss the City's priorities for the coming year and how the changes will affect Tylerites. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the City of Tyler's financial planning and how it impacts our community.
    Roses & Weeds is recorded at the Downtown Visitors Center and is hosted by the City of Tyler's Communication Department. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future show topics, please reach out to us at PublicRelations@TylerTexas.com and be sure to use #rosesandweeds on all your questions to the City of Tyler on social media.

    • 50 min
    S4E9: Behind the Screens: Exploring the Tyler Film Festival

    S4E9: Behind the Screens: Exploring the Tyler Film Festival

    Welcome to Roses & Weeds! A City of Tyler podcast to keep you up to date with current events and news related to our beautiful City. 
    In this episode, we'll be discussing the highly anticipated 2023 Tyler Film Festival. This festival is set to showcase some great talent from Texas and around the world.  We'll be diving deep into the lineup with two of this year's judges, Shadai Perez and Craig O'Daniel. They discuss their thoughts on this year's official selections.  Whether you're a dedicated cinephile or just looking for a fun night out, this festival is not to be missed. The Festival is screening from September 7-9 at the Liberty Hall Theater in Downtown Tyler.
    Roses & Weeds is recorded at the Downtown Visitors Center and is hosted by the City of Tyler's Communication Department. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future show topics, please reach out to us at PublicRelations@TylerTexas.com and be sure to use #rosesandweeds on all your questions to the City of Tyler on social media.

    • 34 min
    S4E8: Meet District 5 Councilmember Lloyd Nichols

    S4E8: Meet District 5 Councilmember Lloyd Nichols

    Welcome to Roses & Weeds! A City of Tyler podcast to keep you up to date with current events and news related to our beautiful City.

    In this episode, Adriana Rodriguez and Julie Goodgame sit down with our new District 5 Councilmember, Lloyd Nichols, to get to know him. Join us as we discuss everything under the sun—from celeb lookalikes to his Marine Corps service to his favorite foods! Be sure to visit his page on our website if you want to learn more about Lloyd! 
    Roses & Weeds is recorded at the Downtown Visitors Center and is hosted by the City of Tyler's Communication Department. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future show topics, please reach out to us at PublicRelations@TylerTexas.com and be sure to use #rosesandweeds on all your questions to the City of Tyler on social media.

    • 37 min
    S4E7: Bye Bye, Bobby!

    S4E7: Bye Bye, Bobby!

    Welcome to Roses & Weeds! A City of Tyler podcast to keep you up to date with current events and news related to our beautiful City.

    In this episode, Bob Mauldin and Adriana Rodriguez discuss Bob's exit from Roses and Weeds and what is on the horizon for the podcast and for Bob.

    Roses & Weeds is recorded at the Downtown Visitors Center and is hosted by the City of Tyler's Communication Department. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future show topics, please reach out to us at PublicRelations@TylerTexas.com and be sure to use #rosesandweeds on all your questions to the City of Tyler on social media.
    Roses & Weeds is recorded at the Downtown Visitors Center and is hosted by the City of Tyler's Communication Department. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future show topics, please reach out to us at PublicRelations@TylerTexas.com and be sure to use #rosesandweeds on all your questions to the City of Tyler on social media.

    • 19 min
    S4E6: Behind the Badge

    S4E6: Behind the Badge

    Welcome to Roses & Weeds! A City of Tyler podcast to keep you up to date with current events and news related to our beautiful City.

    In this episode, Bob Mauldin and Julie Goodgame sit down with Tyler Police Chief Jimmy Toler to learn about the ways the Police Department is moving into the future. From a new police academy to advanced investigative technology, it is an exciting time for TPD!

    Be sure to visit our website if you are interested in joining the Tyler Police Department!
    Roses & Weeds is recorded at the Downtown Visitors Center and is hosted by the City of Tyler's Communication Department. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future show topics, please reach out to us at PublicRelations@TylerTexas.com and be sure to use #rosesandweeds on all your questions to the City of Tyler on social media.

    • 23 min

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