The inaugural episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast with host Jim Hunt. During the episode, Jim shares his story, the 7 steps to creating an Amazing City and where he sees the podcast going over the coming months and years.

7 Steps to an Amazing City:

1. Attitude
2. Motivation
3. Attention to Detail
4. Zing
5. Inclusiveness
6. Neighborhood Empowerment
7. Green Awareness

References and Special Mentions:

• The White Squirrels of Olney, Illinois
• The change in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
• Matt Zone of Cleveland, Ohio
• Tony Williams, Former Mayor of Washington DC
• Joe Buscaino, Council Member in Los Angeles
• International Town Gown Association
• Sheri Capehart, Council Member of Arlington, Texas
• The National League of Cities
• Selma, Alabama
• Lee Fledman of Gainesville, Florida
• Mike Cunduff, Former City Manager in Denton and Bryan, Texas and Former President of ICMA
• Doug Eckles, Former Mayor of Rock Hill, South Carolina

Links Mentions During Show:

• AmazingCities.org
• LocalGovPodcasts.com

Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode.

About Your Host, Jim Hunt:

Welcome to the "Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast" … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City.

Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of "Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too" and his latest book, "The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City"

Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine.

Today, Jim speaks to 1000's of local government officials each year in the US and abroad.

Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government.

Amazing City Resources:

• "10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown" AmazingCities.org/10-Steps

Buy Jim's Popular Books:

• The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: https://www.amazingcities.org/product-page/the-amazing-city-7-steps-to-creating-an-amazing-city
• Bottom Line Green: How America's Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) https://www.amazingcities.org/product-page/bottom-line-green-how-america-s-cities-are-saving-the-planet-and-money-too

FREE White Paper:

• "10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown" AmazingCities.org/10-Steps

Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event:

• Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at AmazingCities.org/Speaking

Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town:

• Discover more details at https://www.amazingcities.org/consulting

Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities:

• Complete the form at https://www.amazingcities.org/business-development

Develop a Podcast for Your Amazing City:

• Discover more at LocalGovPodcasts.com