#78: More than Books: How the library is supporting Plano’s business community.
Inside Plano, The City Podcast
Release Date: 09/01/2024
Inside Plano, The City Podcast
Inside Plano is back with a new voice! In this episode, Shannah Hayley welcomes the City’s new Director of Media Relations, Amanda McNew, as the show’s new co-host. Together, Amanda and Shannah share updates about what’s ahead for the podcast, including new ways for listeners to engage and fresh topics. Listeners will also get to know the show’s hosts through a fun rapid-fire Q&A that covers everything from favorite Plano places to must-have morning drink. Plus, find out what’s coming next on Inside Plano — a deep dive into adaptive book collections at Plano Public...
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We want you to be informed about the budget process in the City of Plano. This July through September, we are releasing all budget-related City Council meeting audio as bonus episodes of the Inside Plano podcast. Today's bonus episode features audio from the September 8, 2025, City Council meeting when Council adopted the FY25-26 Operating Budget and Community Investment Program, and set the tax rate.
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With numerous road projects underway and a significant bond proposal on the horizon, we’ve brought our Public Works and Engineering departments back to the podcast. Join Abby, Caleb, Shannah and Steve for a discussion about the latest developments in Plano’s infrastructure. This month's story links: INSIDE PLANO: Road updates with Abby Owens and Caleb Thornhill
info_outlineInside Plano, The City Podcast
We want you to be informed about the budget process in the City of Plano. This July through September, we are releasing all budget-related City Council meeting audio as bonus episodes of the Inside Plano podcast. Today's bonus episode features audio from the August 25, 2025, City Council meeting when Council discussed adn gave direction regarding the Proposed Ad Valorem Tax Rate.
info_outlineInside Plano, The City Podcast
We want you to be informed about the budget process in the City of Plano. This July through September, we are releasing all budget-related City Council meeting audio as bonus episodes of the Inside Plano podcast. Today's bonus episode features audio from the August 14, 2025, City Council budget work session.
info_outlineInside Plano, The City Podcast
We want you to be informed about the budget process in the City of Plano. This July through September, we are releasing all budget-related City Council meeting audio as bonus episodes of the Inside Plano podcast. Today's bonus episode features audio from the August 11, 2025, City Council meeting when the proposed Community Investment Program was presented, and Council approved the Appraisal Roll and discussed the proposed tax rate for publication of notice.
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It's been a year since our last deep dive into the major redevelopment projects shaping our city. Doug McDonald and Peter Braster return to the show to discuss the latest on Collin Creek and a new retail rehabilitation project. We’ll also talk about the health of the business market in Plano. This month's story links: INSIDE PLANO: Business in Plano with Doug McDonald and Peter Braster
info_outlineInside Plano, The City Podcast
We want you to be informed about the budget process in the City of Plano. This July through September, we are releasing all budget-related City Council meeting audio as bonus episodes of the Inside Plano podcast. Today's bonus episode features audio from the July 30, 2025, City Council meeting when the City Manager's Recommended FY 2025-2026 City Budget and Proposed Community Investment Program were presented to Council.
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At the end of July, Plano’s first-ever Director of Media Relations retires. In this episode of Inside Plano, we sit down with Steve Stoler to visit about his experience working for the City of Plano.
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In this episode of Inside Plano, we’re providing information on the upcoming Bond Referendum. Comprehensive information about the bond can be found at .
info_outlineBusinesses are a key part of Plano. Today we wanted to focus on some ways that Plano engages with our business community that you might not be aware of. Kristin Linscott and Eric Bullock join the show to explain the way the Plano Public Library supports businesses and job seekers.
This month's story links:
INSIDE PLANO: Business Resources at Plano Public Library with Kristin Linscott and Eric Bullock
- Plano Public Library
- Business resources through the Library
- SCORE Mentoring
- Check out the Plano Library Learns blog for information on classes, programs and databases
- Foundation Directory Online for non-profits
- Find an upcoming networking event
- Request an outreach visit
- Listen to the Plano Library Learns podcast
- Get a library card