City Manager Jesús A. Garza appeared on the October episode of “Town Talk,” a new podcast hosted by the City of Victoria Communications & Public Affairs, where he discussed the challenges of maintaining a balanced budget, the importance of competitive compensation and benefits for City employees, and how population growth contributes to a strong local economy. Garza and Communications staff discussed local government and responded to residents’ social media comments. Residents can listen to Town Talk on Spotify by searching for “Town Talk Victoria,” or watch it on YouTube at Victoria Texas Videos. The podcast features conversations with local leaders to provide insight into the workings of local government. New episodes are released monthly.