Growth, Affordability, and Working Together | Episode 13

County government doesn't operate in a vacuum. The county commission, the city, and the state all have a role in shaping what happens on the ground.

In this episode, Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp joins me to discuss how he navigates competing priorities while leading a growing county, what it's like to make decisions that won't pay off for decades, and why he thinks government should be more willing to admit when something isn't working.

Key Takeaways:

• How Hamilton County balances growth and affordability for working families
• A behind-the-scenes look at the Enterprise South land swap and McDonald Farm projects
• His philosophy on pilot programs and why government needs more willingness to end things that aren't working

About Mayor Weston Wamp

Weston Wamp has served as Mayor of Hamilton County since 2022, becoming the youngest person elected to the role at age 34. Before entering public office, he co-founded Lamp Post Group, a Chattanooga-based venture incubator that provided capital and mentorship to emerging startups. He also founded the Millennial Debt Foundation, now known as In The Black, which raises awareness and engagement around reckless fiscal policy in Washington, DC. Learn more and follow his campaign at westonwamp.com.

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