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Open Session

Open Session is a podcast exploring how local government actually works and how it shapes daily life in our communities. Through thoughtful, good-faith discussions, hosts Tony Ayala and Mac Kiel examine civic issues, the structure of government, and the people and roles that keep La Crosse, Wisconsin running.The goal is not to argue for a side, but to understand the system well enough to engage it responsibly.

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    What Is a City Administrator — and Why Is La Crosse Voting on One?

    Hosted by Tony Ayala & Mac KielWith a city council vote just days away, this episode focuses on understanding the proposed city administrator role in La Crosse, what it is, where the idea came from, and how it would function within the city’s existing form of government.Rather than debating positions or predicting outcomes, this conversation centers on process and context. Former La Crosse City Council member Mac Kiel walks through how the role has been discussed over time, how similar cities operate, and what questions residents should be asking as the vote approaches.This episode is designed to provide clarity before opinion offering a baseline understanding so listeners can follow the decision, read the meeting agenda with more confidence, and engage more thoughtfully with what happens next.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Open Session is a podcast exploring how local government actually works and how it shapes daily life in our communities. Through thoughtful, good-faith discussions, hosts Tony Ayala and Mac Kiel examine civic issues, the structure of government, and the people and roles that keep La Crosse, Wisconsin running.The goal is not to argue for a side, but to understand the system well enough to engage it responsibly.

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