This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast, Jim Hunt interviews former Cleveland City Council Member, Matt Zone about public service.  The experience of having public service in your family How public service can make an impact on your local community How the history of Cleveland has impacted current public service needs How land conservancy can impact local communities The value of the NLC and the relationships built in the organization The difference between local government goals and federal government goals and working And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City:  Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness   Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode.   Links Mentions During Show: AmazingCities.org LocalGovPodcasts.com   About  Matt Zone Matt Zone is a former municipal government official with experience in strategic planning, land use, public art, environmental policy with the purpose of creating positive change for Northeast Ohio. With a background in Urban Planning, and a commitment to social equity, my work engages diverse community stakeholders, to inform and support sustainable community development goals. Specialties include: sustainability initiatives, smart growth, community & economic development, utility works, conflict resolution and safety forces. Born on February 14th in the City of Cleveland, OH, and raised by middle-class parents, Matt was taught the values of hard work and civic responsibility at an early age. He is recognized nationally, regionally and locally as a leader on environmental and arts & cultural issues.   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:   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 Request a Podcast Launch Kit at LocalGovPodcasts.com/launchkit