Mikes on Mic
Welcome to 'Mike's on Mike,' your newest favorite political podcast.
Hosted by Mike Miller, Mike Tolbert, and Mike Hightower. We delve deep into the political landscape.
Tune in every week as we unpack the complex world of politics, observing and discussing the most pressing issues of the time.
Drawing from our extensive experience and unique perspectives, we're dedicated to providing you with thoughtful insights, sparking meaningful discussions, and challenging conventional wisdom.
So, whether you're a political junkie or just curious about what's going on in the world, 'Mikes on Mic' is here to guide you through it all.
Join us on this enlightening journey and let's dive into politics, one episode at a time!
Mikes on Mic
JEA Drama & Mayor Deegan's Budget with David Bauerlein
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In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome back Times Union reporter David Bauerlein to break down the latest news from city hall.
Episode Highlights
- The JEA Investigation: We kick things off by examining the recent city council committee questioning of JEA CEO Vickie Cavey. The Mikes and David discuss the highly unusual, deposition-style interrogation led by council secretary Jason Teal.
- Vickie Cavey's Future: The panel explores whether Cavey will return from her extended leave or choose to retire once again from her demanding role at the utility.
- Navigating the $2.02 Billion Budget: David provides behind-the-scenes insights into the city council finance committee's review of Mayor Donna Deegan's proposed $2.02 billion budget.
- Referendum Contingencies: Discover how the upcoming November property tax referendum is forcing the council to place about $7.1 million of public and cultural service grants "below the line," contingent on the election's outcome.
- City Development: We discuss Mayor Deegan's prioritization of downtown investments—including a continuous St. Johns River park system—and how that balances with funding for other local neighborhoods.
Jacksonville's Power Brokers
The conversation also highlights the key players influencing Jacksonville's current political and financial landscape:
Political Figure | Role & ImpactNick Howland & Will Lehnen | City Council President and Finance Committee Chairman leading a cautious review of the city's spending.
Lenny Curry & John Peyton | Former mayors who continue to exert background influence over local politics and potential swing votes.
Wyman Duggan | A potential future Republican mayoral candidate who voted to put the property tax referendum on the ballot.
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