City of Fayetteville, Georgia

Fayetteville CityVision - Episode 6

Fayetteville CityVision - Episode 5

Fayetteville’s fifth podcast episode features upcoming events and answers the question, ‘What is Economic Development?’

The City of Fayetteville published its fifth episode of the CityVision Podcast featuring interview with Fayetteville Police Captain Austin Dunn, Economic Development Director Lori Funderwhite, and Main Street Fayetteville Program + Events Manager Michele Holmes. Much of the discussions centered around a variety of upcoming events, but Host Michael Stuart also dove into the City’s economic development strategy (11:00) and the very popular Citizens Police Academy (8:30).

Talking about the upcoming Citizens Police Academy fall session, Captain Dunn said, “It covers every area of our profession in detail. The other cool thing about it is you see the community getting to know officers on a personal level. It’s a really cool relationship-building program.”

When Stuart asked Funderwhite, “What is Economic Development?” she answered, “It’s about attracting new businesses, it’s about revitalizing your commercial corridors, and really attracting that investment to create a more vibrant city.” She spoke about several projects, including downtown redevelopment and revitalizing the Highway 85 North corridor.

Stuart wrapped up Episode Five with Holmes sharing details about the amazing Kick’n Rhythm soccer and music festival (17:20) set for August 10.

Fayetteville CityVision - Episode 4

Welcome to the City of Fayetteville's CityVision Podcast Episode Four!

Joining host Michael Stuart this time are Mayor Ed Johnson and City Councilman Darryl Langford, who talk about the City's newly-acquired 38 Acres and how it will tie into Fayetteville's expanding trail system. They also look at other construction projects happening in the community.

City Councilwoman Niyah Glover follows with a preview of Fayetteville's upcoming mental health hub, which will be accessed through the City's website.

Next up are Michele Holmes with Main Street Fayetteville and Tom Siliven with The Fayetteville Amphitheater, who bring updates from their upcoming events and concerts. All of this culminates in an interview with Mother's Finest front man Glenn Murdock.

Fayetteville CityVision - Episode 3

Third CityVision Podcast features the City’s 38 Acres, Mental Health Awareness Month, Main Street Fayetteville events, plus The Ville concerts

The City of Fayetteville’s third CityVision Podcast features interviews with City Council members Dr. Niyah Glover and Joe Clark in the first segment, Main Street Fayetteville Program Manager Michele Holmes and Artistic Fusion Craft Studio owner Karen Baxter in the second (14:50), and The Ville Amphitheater manager Tom Siliven in the third (31:56). Topics ranged from downtown economic development and Mental Health Awareness Month to Main Street Fayetteville events, upcoming concerts, and more.

Fayetteville’s CityVision Podcast is hosted and edited by radio industry veteran Michael Stuart and produced by City of Fayetteville staff. Episodes and show notes are available at www.fayetteville-ga.gov/podcast.

Fayetteville CityVision - Episode 2

Second CityVision Podcast features 2023 successes, Fayetteville Strategic Plan, and the ‘Awkward Trio’

The Fayetteville Strategic Plan and 2023 successes take center stage in the second episode of the CityVision Podcast along with a visit from the self-described “Awkward Trio.” This new episode and February’s debut episode are available for listening on the City’s website, www.fayetteville-ga.gov/podcast.

City Manager Ray Gibson and Assistant City Manager Alan Jones joined Host Michael Stuart to talk about the City’s recent successes, which ranged from the Fayetteville Fire Department achieving a Level Two ISO rating to the Fayetteville Police Department earning state and national accreditation. They also discussed the many great events hosted by the City in 2023 as well as the increased emphasis on City employee training, development, and retention. They capped the discussion with an overview of the Fayetteville Strategic Plan, including a brief discussion of the future development of 38 acres adjacent to Fayetteville City Hall & City Center Park.

The second CityVision Podcast concludes with a visit from Awkward Brewing owners Amanda and Andrew Poliak along with manager Harry Stanley. Stuart and the Awkward Trio discuss the brewery’s origins in Washington, its establishment in Fayetteville, and its interaction within the City’s Historic Downtown District.

Published monthly, Fayetteville’s CityVision Podcast is hosted and edited by radio industry veteran Michael Stuart and produced by City of Fayetteville staff. Episodes and show notes are available at www.fayetteville-ga.gov/podcast.

Fayetteville CityVision - Episode 1

Welcome to our first-ever City of Fayetteville podcast!

In this inaugural episode, you will meet our host Michael Stuart along with Mayor Ed Johnson and Mayor Pro-Tem Rich Hoffman. Join us as they discuss the award-winning City Hall & City Center Park project as well as the City's next steps toward revitalizing Downtown Fayetteville.