Open Forum in The Villages - Show #2, Don Wiley interview part 2

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During today's show Don Wiley Talks about Sumter County Government.
We talk about his views on Sumter County Government and what needs to be done better. In addition to talking about why the property tax increase was not handled correctly and how he will correct things in the future, if he were elected to the Sumter County Commission.

His interview is broken down into three easy to listen to show of about 15 to 25 minutes.  Stay tuned to hear part 3 next week.

Community Leadership and Infrastructure in The Villages: A Discussion with Don Wiley

In this episode of the Open Forum in The Villages podcast, host Mike Roth welcomes back Don Wiley, a board member of CDD 10 and a Project Wide representative. They delve into the responsibilities and challenges faced by community leaders in overseeing infrastructure and amenities. The episode covers topics such as the initial development of CDD 10, the workings of the Project Water Advisory Committee, and the controversial budgeting and material choices for a new walking trail. The conversation also touches on broader issues in Sumter County governance, including the need for better communication with residents and long-term road maintenance planning. The episode concludes with a discussion on the importance of community involvement and the misconceptions surrounding local government decisions.

00:00 Welcome to the Open Forum in The Villages
00:39 Introduction to Todd and His Role in the Community
02:55 Challenges and Decisions in Community Development
06:28 Sumter County Communication Issues
10:09 Road Maintenance and Budget Concerns
15:25 Conclusion and Next Week's Preview

Have you heard about mature adults with Donna Hoover and Mike Roth? Yes. This is my second podcast and Donna and I are going to be addressing subjects which are significant for seniors, especially seniors living here in the villages.

The easiest way to hear the show is to look it up on Apple Podcasts. Look for mature adults with Donna and Mike. We'll be looking for you there. 

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