The Season 1 Finale!

In this episode, City Manager Paul A. Hofmann brings Public Information Manager Colin Guerra from behind the camera to discuss the City's Communication Strategy, what he thinks citizens should know, and some of his approach at making government communications clear and accessible.

Oct. 1 - 27 min. 49 sec.

Episode 13

City Manager Paul A. Hofmann talks all things finance, money, and City Budget with CFO Tracy Waldron.

Sept. 17 - 31 min.

Episode 12

City Manager Paul A. Hofmann chats with our Human Resources Director Tanya Cantrell about the hiring freeze, how to be a good employer and the adoption of the city's very first comprehensive safety manual.

Sept. 3 - 20 min.

Episode 11

Assistant City Manager for Community Engagement Rebecca Gleason assumes the role of host and puts City Manager Hofmann in the hot seat. 

Aug. 30 - 31 min.

Episode 10

In this episode, City Secretary Ann Franklin and City Manager Paul A. Hofmann discuss our form of government, City election cycle and process, the role of the City Secretary’s office, and many other details about the fundamental inner workings of city government. 

Aug. 6 - 25 min.

Episode 9

City Manager Paul A. Hofmann chats with Fire Chief Andres Rosales about what's happening now at the Bastrop Fire Department. Paul and Andres discuss emergency management, building inspections and the departments roles as Fire Marshall, volunteers, wildland fires, the CIty's improved ISO rating from a 4 to a 3 this year (!), and several other important and interesting topics.

July 23 - 26 min.

Episode 8

Join City Manager Paul A. Hofmann on a great conversation with Assistant City Manager for Community Development Trey Job as they discuss future development, the B³ codes, and many other important topics.

July 9 - 25 min.

Episode 7

City Manager Paul A. Hofmann chats with Director of Public Works @Curtis Hancock in an illuminating conversation covering topics like the skate park project, streets maintenance, Wastewater Treatment Plant #3, and all things Public Works!

July 2 - 26 min.

Episode 6

Join City Manager Paul A. Hofmann on a discussion with Bastrop Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Becki Zumwalt Womble and Visit Bastrop  President/CEO Susan Moore Smith as they discuss two exciting upcoming events - Corvette Invasion and the 30th Annual Bastrop Patriotic Festival!

June 23 - 23 min.

Episode 5

Join City Manager Paul A. Hofmann on a discussion with Director Bonnie Pierson as they discuss all things "library" including the Summer Reading program and other exciting library offerings!

June 7 - 18 min.

Episode 4

Assistant City Manager for Community Engagement Rebecca Gleason and Summer in the City Committee Chair Sarah Houser. We hope you enjoy this fun conversation about an upcoming event that's right around the corner!

May 25 - 23 min.

Episode 3

A conversation with Chief Nagy coverings topics such as community policing, recruitment, and Chief's casual hobby of completing triathalons.

May 10 - 19 min.

Episode 2

The Official City of Bastrop Podcast presents its debut episode featuring Assistant Planning Director Jennifer Bills, Development Coordinator Vivianna   Andres, and our host, City Manager Paul A. Hofmann!  We hope you enjoy this conversation about the City's new B3 Codes, current development activity, and   life in the Planning & Zoning department!

Apr. 28 - 22 min.

Episode 1

Just What is Overheard at City Hall?

City's New B3 Codes

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