Roses & Weeds
Roses & Weeds
City of Tyler Texas
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
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.
Dec 4, 2023
38 min
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.
Oct 18, 2023
50 min
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.
Aug 18, 2023
34 min
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.
Jun 21, 2023
37 min
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.
Apr 5, 2023
19 min
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.
Mar 15, 2023
23 min
S4E5: All the deets on the new W.T. Brookshire Conference Center
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 Rodríguez sit down with Mayor Don Warren and Deputy City Manager Stephanie Franklin to talk about the plans for the Rose Complex and the W.T. Brookshire Conference Center that is replacing Harvey Hall. Stephanie and Don walk us through the 30 years of planning, where we are at with construction and the vision for the future. Mentioned in the episode:Rose Complex Master Plan | Tyler, TX (cityoftyler.org)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.
Feb 15, 2023
35 min
S4E4: From The Inbox
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, Julie Goodgame, Bob Mauldin, Payton Weidman, LouAnn Campbell and Adriana Rodriguez discuss our Frequently Asked Questions of 2022!In this episode we talk about:Walking With Bob - There's An App For ThatWalking With Bob - Gimme CostcoRoses & 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.
Dec 21, 2022
53 min
S4E3: Urban Forestry - What is that?
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, Julie Goodgame and Adriana Rodriguez meet City Arborist and Urban Forester Maddie Burton! Maddie and longtime guest Leanne Robinette explain the City's need for an urban forester, how the recent winter storms and droughts have impacted our canopy and what we are doing to mitigate the loss of so many trees. We also tell the amazing story of how we ended with the tallest Christmas tree in the history of the City of Tyler. Mentioned in the episode:Tyler 1st | Tyler, TX (cityoftyler.org)Urban Forestry | Tyler, TX (cityoftyler.org)Facebook Livestream of Christmas Tree being installed on the squareRoses & 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.
Dec 7, 2022
36 min
S4E2: A Partnership for Mental Health
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 visit with Michael and Jessica Domingos about how the loss of their daughter, Evie, to suicide lead them to create their own non-profit organization to bring awareness to mental health. Leanne Robinette joins the conversation to explain how and why Tiny Evie Rocks partnered with Tyler Parks and Recreation to create an installation at Douglas Park.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.
Nov 16, 2022
34 min
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