Inside Plano, The City Podcast

Welcome to Season 8 of the Inside Plano podcast! In this episode, Amanda sits down with the team behind the Plano Mayor's Summer Internship Program — an earn-and-learn summer internship that gives Plano-area students real work experience while building career skills and confidence. With more than 1,000 students served, this program helps participants explore public service, develop leadership and gain hands-on experience that can shape their future. Plus, a former intern joins the podcast to share how her summer internship helped launch her career and why the program made such a lasting impact. Whether you're a student, parent or educator, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at how the City of Plano helps students prepare for what's next. Hosts Amanda McNew and Shannah Hayley 🔗 Resources & Links Learn more about the Plano Mayor's Internship Program Subscribe: insideplano.com Follow Plano: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn Share future podcast topics About Inside Plano Inside Plano is the official City of Plano podcast that connects you to the people, places, and projects that make our city a great place to live, work, and play. New episodes drop regularly on major podcast platforms.

Join hosts Amanda McNew and Shannah Hayley for a heartfelt and practical conversation about Plano Public Libraries' adapted book collection and adaptive programs. They're joined by Plano Public Libraries team members Maggie Fox and Janet Cox, plus Courtney Walker, founder of Libraries for All, to explain how adapted books help children with disabilities experience reading more fully and independently. You'll hear how the adapted collection got started, what makes these books durable and engaging, and why accessibility in libraries goes beyond getting through the front door. The group also shares how families can find adaptive storytimes and programs, plus ways the community can get involved. Hosts Amanda McNew and Shannah Hayley 🔗 Resources & Links Find Plano Public Library adaptive programs and books Subscribe: insideplano.com Follow Plano: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn Share future podcast topics About Inside Plano Inside Plano is the official City of Plano podcast that connects you to the people, places, and projects that make our city a great place to live, work, and play. New episodes drop monthly on major podcast platforms.

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 Library. 🔗 Resources & Links Learn more: plano.gov/communications Plano Event Calendar: plano.gov/calendar Subscribe: insideplano.com Follow Plano: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn About Inside Plano Inside Plano is the official City of Plano podcast that connects you to the people, places, and projects that make our city a great place to live, work, and play. New episodes drop monthly on major podcast platforms.

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.

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 Plano Engage Community Investment Program map

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.

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.

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.

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 Economic Development in Plano Special Projects in Plano

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.

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.

We want you to be informed about the City of Plano's Cultural Arts Master Plan process. Today's bonus episode features audio from the Monday, March 3, 2025 community presentation of the draft Cultural Arts Master Plan.

Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center has closed for renovation. In this month's episode, we go behind the construction fencing to talk about the improvements underway. This month's story links: INSIDE PLANO: Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center – project website Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center – general center information Parks and Recreation master plan Get a recreation center membership

In this special episode of Inside Plano, we're airing Mayor Muns' State of the City address. The State of the City was held at the Robinson Fine Arts Center in Plano on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. Watch this episode on YouTube.

The renovation to Plano's City Council Chambers is complete! In this month's episode, we go inside the chambers to talk about the work done and how you can get involved in the business of the city. This month's story links: INSIDE PLANO: Updated City Council Chambers City Council agendas Planning & Zoning agendas Boards and Commissions meeting calendar Sign up to speak Meeting guidelines Watch meetings live and on demand on planotv.gov

Plano's arts and culture are taking center stage! In this month's episode, we explore the city's first Cultural Arts Master Plan. Michelle Hawkins joins the show to discuss why it matters, the vision for creativity in our community, and how you can get involved. This month's story links: INSIDE PLANO: Plano's Cultural Arts Master Plan with Michelle Hawkins Cultural Arts Master Plan

Have you noticed all the construction at the Plano Event Center? We're on a mission to learn what's on the way for this iconic venue. Mark Jarrell joins the show to give us a preview of the big changes on the way at Plano Event Center. Watch this episode on YouTube. This month's story links: INSIDE PLANO: Plano Event Center with Mark Jarrell Plano Event Center Envision Oak Point special use plan Map of projects underway in Plano

This year we've explored ways Plano is investing in the community. Today's show dives into a new tool implemented by Plano's City Council focusing on our retail spaces. Peter Braster joins the show to talk about the retail rehabilitation program. This month's story links: INSIDE PLANO: Retail Rehabilitation Program with Peter Braster Special Projects Contact Peter Braster Show recording location: Green Vine Market