{"podcast":{"title":"City of Ames’ Podcasts","slug":"city-of-ames-podcasts-7161270","podcast_index_feed_id":7161270,"rss_url":"https://feed.podbean.com/amesinfocus/feed.xml","website_url":"https://amesinfocus.podbean.com","image_url":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/20040164/City_of_Ames_Podcasts_1a80wq.jpg","author":"City of Ames, Iowa","episode_count":100,"summary":"The City of Ames Podcast Network is a collection of shows designed to help residents better understand, connect with, and participate in life in Ames. Rather than following a single format, the network brings together a variety of conversations that blend civic information, behind-the-scenes insight, community education, and personality-driven storytelling. Each podcast takes a more approachable, conversational tone, going beyond basic announcements to explore why topics matter, who is involved, and how they impact everyday life in the community. Get more information about things happening in Ames at www.CityofAmes.org","last_synced_at":"2026-06-10T00:18:30.545441+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/city-of-ames-podcasts-7161270"},"episode":{"title":"From Agenda to Action: What Happened at the Ames City Council March 24 Meeting","slug":"from-agenda-to-action-what-happened-at-the-ames-city-council-march-24-meeting","published_at":"2026-03-27T22:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/city-of-ames-podcasts-7161270/from-agenda-to-action-what-happened-at-the-ames-city-council-march-24-meeting","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/city-of-ames-podcasts-7161270","url":"https://amesinfocus.podbean.com/e/from-agenda-to-action-what-happened-at-the-ames-city-council-march-24-meeting/","audio_url":"https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/3bzdkuhgwc7fp34f/2026-3-24_After_10m39s_ai2jf.mp3","summary":"In this episode of From Agenda to Action, Communications and Outreach Manager Susan Gwiasda sits down with Ames Mayor John Haila to recap key discussions and decisions from the Tuesday, March 24 Ames City Council meeting. Their conversation highlights several important topics that impact City operations, community services, and future planning efforts. Susan and Mayor Haila break down what was discussed, why it matters, and how these decisions connect to the day to day lives of Ames residents. In this episode, we discuss: • The job description and recruitment process for Ames’ next City Attorney• Updates and actions related to Parks and Recreation projects and services• The value of resident feedback and how it helps shape Council decisions• The award of contracts for the new Resource Recovery and Recycling Campus From Agenda to Action is designed to give residents a clearer understanding of how City Council discussions translate into real world impacts across Ames. Regular Ames City Council meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, and all meetings are open to the public. Get involved: Watch meetings live or on demand on the City’s YouTubeView agendas and meeting materials at www.CityofAmes.org/CityCouncil Have a topic you would like us to cover in a future episode?Email eric.gebhart@CityofAmes.org From Agenda to Action is part of the City of Ames Podcasts network, offering residents a clear and approachable way to stay informed about local government and community decisions.","meta_description":"In this episode of From Agenda to Action, Communications and Outreach Manager Susan Gwiasda sits down with Ames Mayor John Haila to recap key discussions…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":639,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/city-of-ames-podcasts-7161270/episodes/from-agenda-to-action-what-happened-at-the-ames-city-council-march-24-meeting/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/city-of-ames-podcasts-7161270/from-agenda-to-action-what-happened-at-the-ames-city-council-march-24-meeting.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}