Mon, 07 Sep 2026 08:00:02 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2523995 en-us © 2026 Fifth & State yes 6188280e-f6e5-5935-ae69-9f56b8f7e81d Fifth & State episodic false Your inside look at everything Garland, unscripted. Join Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz as they dive into the topics shaping our city.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Fifth & State https://storage.buzzsprout.com/3540o24xx4ra9pc62o685gi9apyw?.jpg https://www.buzzsprout.com/2523995 The People Behind the Place: Building Strong Neighborhoods in Garland In this episode, Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz sit down with Neighborhood Resources Director Scott Bollinger to explore the role the Office of Neighborhood Vitality plays in strengthening Garland’s neighborhoods. From building connections among neighbors to creating opportunities for residents to get involved, they discuss what it takes to create strong, thriving neighborhoods.

]]> In this episode, Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz sit down with Neighborhood Resources Director Scott Bollinger to explore the role the Office of Neighborhood Vitality plays in strengthening Garland’s neighborhoods. From building connections among neighbors to creating opportunities for residents to get involved, they discuss what it takes to create strong, thriving neighborhoods.

]]> Fifth & State Buzzsprout-19711989 Mon, 07 Sep 2026 07:00:00 -0500 2347 full false Garland Power & Light: Powering Garland In this episode, Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz sit down with Garland Power & Light (GP&L) CEO and General Manager Darrell Cline to spotlight how GP&L serves the community. From why Garland has its own utility to outage response and understanding your energy bill, they break it all down.

]]> In this episode, Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz sit down with Garland Power & Light (GP&L) CEO and General Manager Darrell Cline to spotlight how GP&L serves the community. From why Garland has its own utility to outage response and understanding your energy bill, they break it all down.

]]> Fifth & State Buzzsprout-19570734 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0500 3282 full false Garland on the Rise: A Plan For The Next Decade In this episode, Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz dive into Garland on the Rise, a strategic plan designed to guide the city over the next decade. They discuss why the plan matters now, the priorities guiding it forward and how it builds on Garland’s commitment to deliver for residents through thoughtful investment and long-term planning.

]]> In this episode, Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz dive into Garland on the Rise, a strategic plan designed to guide the city over the next decade. They discuss why the plan matters now, the priorities guiding it forward and how it builds on Garland’s commitment to deliver for residents through thoughtful investment and long-term planning.

]]> Fifth & State Buzzsprout-19444636 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0500 2489 full false Garland Delivers: Prop C- Granville Arts Center Renovation In this episode, Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz sit down with Cultural Arts Director Amy Rosenthal to discuss the voter-approved $25 million renovation of the Granville Arts Center. They highlight what patrons and performers can expect, share updates on the architectural and construction team and highlight how this project is one of many voter-approved investments taking shape across our city.

]]> In this episode, Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz sit down with Cultural Arts Director Amy Rosenthal to discuss the voter-approved $25 million renovation of the Granville Arts Center. They highlight what patrons and performers can expect, share updates on the architectural and construction team and highlight how this project is one of many voter-approved investments taking shape across our city.

]]> Fifth & State Buzzsprout-19254456 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0500 2097 full false Dive Into Summer With Garland Aquatics In this episode, Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz sit down with Aquatics and Athletics Services Manager Samantha Cairy to get Garland ready for summer. They discuss Opening Day for city pools on May 23, the return of Surf & Swim, and how Garland Aquatics keeps the season fun and safe. 

]]> In this episode, Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz sit down with Aquatics and Athletics Services Manager Samantha Cairy to get Garland ready for summer. They discuss Opening Day for city pools on May 23, the return of Surf & Swim, and how Garland Aquatics keeps the season fun and safe. 

]]> Fifth & State Buzzsprout-19105474 Mon, 04 May 2026 07:00:00 -0500 1302 full false City Marshal and Parking Enforcement  In this episode, Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz sit down with City Marshal Judy Granado to discuss the important role the City Marshal’s Office plays in serving Garland. From supporting Municipal Court operations to enforcing neighborhood standards like parking, the department helps keep our community safe, organized and welcoming. 

]]>  In this episode, Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz sit down with City Marshal Judy Granado to discuss the important role the City Marshal’s Office plays in serving Garland. From supporting Municipal Court operations to enforcing neighborhood standards like parking, the department helps keep our community safe, organized and welcoming. 

]]> Fifth & State Buzzsprout-18955016 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0500 2332 1 10 full false Code Compliance and the Future of Garland In this episode, Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz explore how Code Compliance strengthens neighborhood conditions and property values, supports economic development, assists residents and businesses, and helps keep Garland safe, attractive and thriving. Special Guest: Code Compliance Director Brian Morris

]]> In this episode, Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Mike Betz explore how Code Compliance strengthens neighborhood conditions and property values, supports economic development, assists residents and businesses, and helps keep Garland safe, attractive and thriving. Special Guest: Code Compliance Director Brian Morris

]]> Fifth & State Buzzsprout-18779164 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:00:00 -0600 1909 1 9 full false Food Inspections and Public Health How food inspections and environmental health services protect residents every day—and why inspection scores, prevention, and education matter to the entire Garland community. 

]]> How food inspections and environmental health services protect residents every day—and why inspection scores, prevention, and education matter to the entire Garland community. 

]]> Fifth & State Buzzsprout-18612832 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -0600 1105 1 8 full false Grow Garland Bond 2025: Proposition A Year 1 Plan Helping residents understand what Proposition A of the 2025 Bond Program will deliver in its first year—and how the City is planning, prioritizing, and preparing to move projects forward.

]]> Helping residents understand what Proposition A of the 2025 Bond Program will deliver in its first year—and how the City is planning, prioritizing, and preparing to move projects forward.

]]> Buzzsprout-18458379 Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:00:00 -0600 2005 1 7 full false How Development Happens in Garland Description: Mayor Hedrick is joined by Director of Planning & Development Nabila Nur to talk about how Garland plans, guides and manages development — everything from new businesses and housing to redevelopment, zoning and long-term city growth.

]]> Description: Mayor Hedrick is joined by Director of Planning & Development Nabila Nur to talk about how Garland plans, guides and manages development — everything from new businesses and housing to redevelopment, zoning and long-term city growth.

]]> Fifth & State Buzzsprout-18278353 Mon, 01 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0600 1922 1 6 full false Public Safety Part 2 - Fire and EMS This episode of Fifth & State continues the conversation on public safety in Garland. Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Judson Rex now sit down with Fire Chief Mark Lee to talk about the current state of Fire and EMS service, and what the future may hold. 

]]> This episode of Fifth & State continues the conversation on public safety in Garland. Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Judson Rex now sit down with Fire Chief Mark Lee to talk about the current state of Fire and EMS service, and what the future may hold. 

]]> Fifth & State Buzzsprout-18127197 Mon, 03 Nov 2025 15:00:00 -0600 2596 1 5 full false Policing and Public Safety Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Judson Rex sit down with Police Chief Jeff Bryan to talk about public safety in Garland — what it means to serve, how the department is evolving, and the everyday work that keeps our community safe.

]]> Mayor Dylan Hedrick and City Manager Judson Rex sit down with Police Chief Jeff Bryan to talk about public safety in Garland — what it means to serve, how the department is evolving, and the everyday work that keeps our community safe.

]]> Fifth & State Buzzsprout-17964169 Mon, 06 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0500 2159 1 4 full false Housing This episode of Fifth & State covers housing in Garland — from affordability and Section 8 to SB840 and the City’s upcoming housing analysis.

]]> This episode of Fifth & State covers housing in Garland — from affordability and Section 8 to SB840 and the City’s upcoming housing analysis.

]]> Fifth & State Buzzsprout-17762723 Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2480 1 3 full false Lets Talk About Budget Fifth & State Buzzsprout-17614711 Mon, 04 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0500 2080 1 2 full false Introduction Fifth & State Buzzsprout-17614676 Mon, 04 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0500 337 1 1 full false