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Episode 38: City Growth, Lake Plans, and Sweet Success with Austin Cobb! πŸ™οΈπŸ’§πŸ­
Episode 38 β€’ 20th May 2024 β€’ Get It Right, Texoma! β€’ Mike, Trey, and Terry
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Episode 38 Highlights:

  • πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to the Show: Mike, Terry, and Trey are joined by special guest Austin Cobb, candidate for Wichita Falls City Council at large.
  • πŸš€ Sponsor Shoutouts: Big thanks to Eddie Hills Fun Cycles, MacTech Solutions, and Lollie & Pop’s Sweet Shop for supporting the podcast.
  • πŸ—³οΈ Meet Austin Cobb: Austin shares his journey and passion for serving Wichita Falls, explaining his decision to run for the City Council at large position.
  • πŸ’‘ Term Limits Talk: The team discusses the importance of term limits for elected positions to ensure fresh perspectives in governance.
  • πŸŒ† City Growth: Austin emphasizes the need for responsible growth in Wichita Falls, aiming for a 10% population increase while maintaining the city’s character.
  • ✈️ Sheppard Air Force Base: They delve into the impact of Sheppard Air Force Base on the local economy and the need for proactive planning to secure its future.
  • πŸ“ˆ Economic Development: Austin talks about working closely with the Chamber of Commerce and the new Chamber CEO, Ron Kitchens, to create a unified strategy for attracting businesses.
  • πŸ‘· Trade Jobs & Education: Highlighting the importance of skilled trades, the conversation covers the benefits of vocational training and the need for more opportunities in these fields.
  • 🌊 Lake Ringgold: Austin explains the Lake Ringgold project, its approval by TCEQ, and its significance for the city’s water security. He addresses common misconceptions about the project and the need for continued progress.
  • πŸ› οΈ City Services & Communication: The group discusses the need for better communication within city departments and the importance of making city services more customer-friendly.
  • 🌟 Top Priorities: Austin outlines his top three priorities: responsible growth, public safety, and creating opportunities for young people to stay and thrive in Wichita Falls.
  • 🌐 Get in Touch: Austin invites listeners to connect with him through his website, CobbForWF.com, and emphasizes the importance of local elections.

Closing: The hosts thank Austin for joining and remind listeners to support their sponsors and stay tuned for more episodes of Get It Right Texoma.

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