TMCA Clerk Connections

An original podcast series from the Texas Municipal Clerks Association, featuring leaders in our community offering candid conversations and fresh perspectives on Texas’s local government and unique stories to inspire.

TMCA Clerk Connections is a government podcast hosted by tmcapodcast, with 15 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

tmcapodcast hosts TMCA Clerk Connections, a government show with 15 episodes published.

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  Episode #14

  From Principles to Practice: A Blueprint for Good Government

  Sep 15, 202643 min

  In this episode, host Aimee Nemer welcomes municipal lawyer Alan Bojorquez of Texas Municipal Lawyers and Elena Quintanilla, MPA, TRMC, city administrator for the Town of Ransom Canyon, for a conversation about what good governance looks like in practice. Alan shares the origins of the Balanoff Good Government Award and its connection to the Texas Certified Public Manager program, Texas State University’s Hobby Center for Public Service and ASPA, as well as the legacy of longtime public administration educators Howard and Marilyn Balanoff. He walks through the “10 Texas Traits” of good government, including beingrespectful, responsive, effective, transparent, competent, ethical, lawful, innovative, economical and accountable, and highlights the important role municipal clerks play in supporting transparency, compliance and public trust. Elena then shares how Ransom Canyon formally adopted the traits and incorporated them into city operations and communication, helping the community become one of the inaugural recipients of the Balanoff Good Government Award alongside the City of Pharr. Clerk Connections is produced by Association Briefings . Show Notes For more information on the Balanoff Award, visit here: https://texascpm.com/balanoff-good-government-award/

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  Episode #13

  Career Paths and Possibilities

  Jul 21, 202640 min

  In this episode, host Aimee Nemer welcomes Dixie Roberts, assistant city manager and city secretary for the City of Alvin; Ashley Shroyer, deputy city manager for the Town of Addison; and Jesica McEachern, assistant city manager for the City of Fort Worth, for a conversation about career growth in local government. They share how their experiences as city secretaries prepared them for leadership roles by developing strong relationships, broad organizational knowledge, and strategic problem-solving skills. The discussion also explores the value of mentorship, embracing new opportunities, overcoming self-doubt, and building a career through curiosity, collaboration, and a willingness to keep learning. Clerk Connections is produced by Association Briefings .

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  Episode #12

  Celebrating Community, Conversation, and the Future of TMCA Podcasting

  May 19, 202628 minS0

  <p>In this special episode, the Texas Municipal Clerks Association podcast marks a meaningful transition as longtime host Marie Balthrop passes the mic to incoming host Aimee Nemer. Joined by TMCA Education Director Dr. Amy Holt, the conversation reflects on the origins and growth of the podcast, which launched in July 2024 and has since reached listeners across the United States and internationally. Dr. Holt shares behind-the-scenes history on how the podcast came to life, highlights listener statistics and popular episodes, and discusses the role the podcast plays in expanding educational access and professional connection within the municipal clerk community.</p> <...

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  Episode #11

  Beyond Storage: Building Effective Records Management Strategies

  Mar 17, 202642 minS0

  <p>In this episode, host Marie Balthrop talks with Megan Gregor, CMC, MLIS, founder of MuniRM, about practical strategies for managing records in an increasingly digital environment. Drawing on her background in library science and her experience as a records manager, deputy clerk, and city clerk in Washington state, Gregor explains how she transitioned into consulting and helping organizations implement digital records programs and tools like Laserfiche. The conversation explores key differences between paper and digital records—including how easily digital files are created, the challenges of organizing them, and the risks to record integrity. Gregor also highlights the advantages of...

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  Episode #10

  Leading Intergenerational Teams in Local Government

  Jan 20, 202650 minS0

  <p>In this episode, host Marie Balthrop talks with Jannette Goodall, city secretary of Fort Worth, and Caitlan Biggs, assistant town manager of Little Elm, for a thoughtful conversation on leading intergenerational teams in today’s workplace. Together, they explore the challenges and opportunities that come with managing employees across multiple generations, including differences in work styles, communication preferences, and motivations. The discussion highlights practical strategies for building strong relationships, recognizing individual strengths, and adapting leadership approaches to support diverse teams. Jannette and Caitlan also reflect on the evolving role of technology in local government and how leaders can balance mo...

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