Perspectives on City Management

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Apr 2026

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The Texas City Management Association (TCMA) presents Perspectives on City Management, a podcast about the people who work hard every day to keep Texas cities running smoothly. In each episode we sit down with city managers and other municipal public servants to discuss the business of local government, and the professionals who make it work. Show topics include Diversity, Equity and Inclusion; City Management; Economic Development; Quality of Life; Next Generation of Leaders; and TCMA initiatives that benefit local leaders. Perspectives on Local Government is brought to you TCMA. The show is hosted, recorded, and produced by TCMA Social Media Coordinator Stacey Ford Osborne.

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October 15, 2026Episode 135 min

Episode 5.01: Why Every City Manager Should Understand Municipal Court Operations

Following their featured article in the September issue of the TCMA Management Messenger , New Fairview City Administrator John Cabrales and Court Administrator Renee O'Neill return to dive deeper into the world of municipal courts. In this episode, they expand on their written insights and share firsthand experiences regarding court operations. GUESTS John Cabrales, City Administrator, City of New Fairview Renee O'Neill, Court Administrator, City of New Fairview RESOURCES TCMA Resources TML Resources Texas Municipal Courts C3 Campaign

April 14, 2026Episode 1236 min

Episode 4.12 : The Influence of Universities

On this episode we hear from two past presidents of TCMA involved in higher education. They share how Texas universities have partnered and had an impact on the city management profession. GUESTS: Mark McDaniel , TCMA Past President; Senior Vice President of Executive Recruitment, Strategic Government Resources James Thurmond , TCMA Past President; Professor of Practice - Hobby School of Public Affairs, University of Houston To learn more about the TCMA Intercollegiate Bowl, visit our website !

February 26, 2026Episode 1151 min

Episode 04:11 - A Family Affair

TCMA’s centennial celebration continues by highlighting the generations who helped shape it. This episode shines a light on the family connections that have strengthened the organization for 100 years. GUESTS: Henry Hill , retired Deputy City Manager, City of Frisco Lauren Rose , Assistant City Manager, City of Sachse Gabe Reaume , City Manager, City of Saginaw Cori Reaume , Director of Planning, North Richland Hills.

January 6, 2026Episode 1053 min

Episode 04.10 The History of City Management: Relationships

As TCMA continues celebrating 100 years, relationships have been foundational to the success of the association and careers of its members. In this episode, TCMA members share how the relationships they have formed have had a lasting impacting personally and professionally. GUESTS: Paulette Hartman, City Manager, City of North Richland Hills Mark Israelson, City Manager, City of Plano David Morgan, City Manager, City of Georgetown Gina Nash, City Manager, City of Sachse

November 4, 2025Episode 954 min

Episode 4.09 The History of City Management: Growth of the Profession

In this episode we talk with Rickey Childers and Karen Daly about their experiences as pioneers in the city management profession, and their reflections on how the profession has evolved and embraced its diversity. GUESTS: Rickey Childers , TCMA Distinguished Member and TML Risk Pool Trustee Karen Daly, TCMA Life Member and Executive Director of the Texas Women's Leadership Institute

September 8, 2025Episode 848 min

Episode 04.08: The History of TCMA Ethics

Much of TCMA's rich history centers around its emphasis on the Code of Ethics. TCMA Ethics Committee Chair, Matt Mueller, and Life Member Nick Finan share how the TCMA's Code of Ethics has played an important part in the culture and ethos of the Association. GUESTS: Nick Finan, Life Member, TCMA Matt Mueller, Ethics Committee Chair and Town Manager, Town of Little Elm

July 14, 2025Episode 738 min

Episode 04.07 The History of City Management: Why it Works

As TCMA begins its 100-Year Celebration Series, key professionals will share how the association has impacted the profession and left a lasting heritage. In the first of the series, Dan Johnson, former city manager, TCMA past president, and distinguished member will share the history of TCMA and why the council-manager form of government works. GUEST: Dan Johnson, TCMA Distinguished Member

May 19, 2025Episode 622 min

04.06: Community Engagement, Part 2

In the conclusion of a two-part series, we'll learn about the importance of community engagement and talk with three city managers and an elected official about how and why to have meaningful conversations with your community. GUESTS: David Bristol, Mayor, Town of Prosper Mario Canizares, Town Manager, Town of Prosper Ryan Henderson, City Manager, City of Anna Don Magner, City Manager, City of Richardson

May 5, 2025Episode 531 min

Episode 04.05: Community Engagement, Part 1

In part one of a two-part series, we'll learn about the importance of community engagement, talk with three city managers and an elected official about how and why to have meaningful conversations with your community. GUESTS: David Bristol, Mayor, Town of Prosper Mario Canizares, Town Manager, Town of Prosper Ryan Henderson, City Manager, City of Anna Don Magner, City Manager, City of Richardson

April 21, 2025Episode 448 min

Episode 04.04 Learning from Our Peers: The Importance of Peer Mentoring

In this episode we talk about the effectiveness and importance of peer mentorship. GUESTS : Ben Williamson, City Manager, Farmer’s Branch James Hartshorn, Deputy City Manager, City of Pflugerville PEER MENTORSHIP RESOURCES: TCMA Senior Advisor Program ICMA Career Compass