A First Look at Leadership

This episode continues the retreat series, highlighting how the Mayor and Council build shared understanding and work collaboratively to serve the community.Councilmember Jennifer Philippi, newly elected to City Council, joins the conversation to share her perspective as a first-time retreat participant. She reflects on how the retreat helped clarify the City’s decision-making process, strengthened relationships between Council and staff, and provided deeper insight into major issues facing Roswell—from public safety and infrastructure to long-term planning and communication with residents.Together, we discuss why these retreats matter, how open dialogue and trust shape better outcomes, and what excites her most about serving the community moving forward.