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How to Lead a Fast Growing City with Mayor Angela Birney
In this week's episode, co-host Ryan Coonerty speaks with Redmond, WA, Mayor Angela Birney to discuss how she is leading a city shaped by new investments and rapid population growth while keeping community needs at the forefront. They discuss how the city is using transit-focused development, zoning reform, and middle housing construction to create more options for residents. The conversation also covers the role of data and science in local government, how the city is navigating AI, climate goals, and long-term planning in a fast-changing city. Tune in to learn about Mayor Birney's path to…
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