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Mighty Municipalities

Mighty Municipalities

Written by: Karl McCollester & Mark Partin
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 Join us as we discuss ways for small towns be more impactful for their citizens. Mark Partin from the City of Sumter and Karl McCollester from GovPossible talk with municipalities across the country to discover how they become a little bit mightier.(c) 2026 GovPossible PBC Political Science Politics & Government
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  • Ep. 1 - Welcome!, Bedford MA Composting, Pittsfield IL Childcare Incentives

    Ep. 1 - Welcome!, Bedford MA Composting, Pittsfield IL Childcare Incentives
    Jan 16 2026

    Summary

    In the inaugural episode of "Mighty Municipalities," hosts Karl McCollester and Mark Partin delve into the unique challenges and opportunities faced by small municipalities. They emphasize the importance of celebrating the innovative solutions that smaller communities implement, often overlooked in favor of larger cities. The conversation highlights the significance of public-private partnerships, particularly in the context of waste management and child care services, showcasing how municipalities can creatively leverage existing resources to address pressing community needs.

    Today's Topics:

    • Bedford MA - composting program
      • https://www.bedfordma.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=618&ARC=1053
    • Pittsfield IL - child care business incentive
      • https://www.myjournalcourier.com/news/article/pittsfield-expands-incentive-program-hopes-bring-21032634.php
      • https://www.pittsfieldil.org/live-feed?page_no=11
      • https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3374/Pittsfield/1c5f2795-8565-4467-bf83-4009c5495bc3/Agenda_09-02-2025.pdf?disposition=inline
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