The Boardroom Podcast

Back from Fall Break

On this episode of the Boardroom podcast, Ben and Chad return from a short break. They discuss the legislative special elections from Tuesday night, highlights from the Hernando Board of Alderman meeting on 10/7,10/21, and 11/4.

Point of Order, a Recap of the 9/16 Meeting

On this episode of the boardroom podcast, Ben and Chad discuss the alderman meeting from 9/16/2025. Featured agenda items include the public meeting on renaming a street in honor of Charlie Kirk, the approval of paving and street improvements for the next year, a new agreement between Desoto County and Hernando for the hosing of inmates, and a little more. Thanks for listening.

Hernando Budget

In this episode of The Boardroom Podcast, Ben and Chad break down the latest from Hernando’s Board of Alderman meetings held on August 17th and September 2nd. A big focus of the discussion is the newly approved Hernando city budget, passed at the September 2nd meeting. From key priorities and funding decisions to the challenges of balancing community needs with fiscal responsibility, Ben and Chad dive into what the budget means for Hernando residents and the city’s future.

Tax Levy and Leadership

On this episode of the boardroom podcast, Ben and Chad discuss the recent board of alderman meeting from August 5, 2025. The meeting includes a lengthy discussion on the tax levy for the City of Hernando and other highlights of the meeting.

Tax Assessor discusses property value reassessment and what it means for your property taxes

In this episode of The Boardroom Podcast, Ben and Chad sit down with DeSoto County Tax Assessor Jeff Fitch to unpack the state’s updated reassessment formula and what it means for your property taxes next year. Jeff explains the changes, why they matter, and how they could impact homeowners across the county.
After the interview, Ben and Chad break down the July 15th Hernando Board of Aldermen meeting. Key topics include:
Approval of the city’s paving list
 New zoning ordinance changes aimed at restricting storage units and vape shops
Drafting an ordinance to regulate the sale of Kratom within city limits
 
These discussions and more highlight important decisions shaping Hernando’s future. Tune in for insights, analysis, and straight talk on local government issues that affect you.

The Boardroom Podcast “Lawyers Up”

In this episode of The Boardroom Podcast, we dive into the first regular meeting of the new Hernando Board of Aldermen, held on July 1, 2025. Ben and Chad discuss the failed motions to add some items to agenda at the beginning of the meeting.
The episode focuses on the crucial role of the City Attorney in municipal government, what the position entails, why it matters, and how legal counsel shapes city policy and protects the public interest. We explore how Hernando’s Department Heads came together, with appointments of key figures including the City Attorney, Police Chief, Fire Chief, and Municipal Court officials.
You’ll also hear highlights of major actions taken: adopting updated policies like the purchasing procedures and why Ben and Chad voted no.
Whether you’re a resident, a policy junkie, or just curious about how city government works behind the scenes, this episode offers an unfiltered look at municipal governance in action.
Listen now as The Boardroom Podcast lawyers up and Hernando’s new board gets going. 

“A visit in Mr. Robinson’s Neighborhood: A Podcast from the Pool House

In the laid back yet insightful episode of the The Boardroom Podcast, hosts Ben and Chad cool off in the pool house and break down everything you need to know from the June 17th, 2025, Hernando Board of Alderman meeting. From infrastructure updated to community development, they take a closer look at the big news, Tractor Supply Company is officially coming to the southeast corner of McIngvale and I-269 and share some thoughts on how it fits into Hernando’s broader growth strategy.
Then, things get even more interesting as they welcome a special guest: Ward 3 Alderman Bruce Robinson. In a candid and reflective conversation, Alderman Robinson shares his experiences from the past four years on the board, what’s worked and what he believes still needs to be done. As he looks ahead to the next term, Bruce offers a grounded perspective on neighborhood issues, city growth, and his vision for keeping Hernando a great place to live, work, and raise a family. 
Pull up a chair (of float) and join us for this episode packed with local politics, progress, and personality straight from Mr. Robinson’s neighborhood to yours. 
 

It’s Miller Time

In this special episode of The Boardroom, it’s Miller Time—and we mean that literally. Host Chad Wicker sits down with longtime public servant and current Hernando Alderman Andrew Miller for a candid conversation about the city’s past, present, and future.
Alderman Miller, who has served Hernando in various roles since 1989, shares stories from his decades in local government, providing historical context for the city’s growth and development. From annexation to infrastructure, he offers a veteran’s perspective on what’s changed and what’s stayed the same.
We also dive into what Alderman Miller believes are the biggest accomplishments of the past four years and what he hopes the next term will bring for Hernando—from improving services to planning for smart, responsible growth.
If you’re interested in Hernando’s history or its direction moving forward, you won’t want to miss this one.

Board Meeting Breakdown & Looking Ahead with Natalie Lynch

In this episode of The Boardroom Podcast, hosts Ben and Chad are joined by fellow Hernando Alderman Natalie Lynch for a full breakdown of the June 3rd Board of Aldermen meeting. The trio covers several major developments, including the board’s approval of Kimley-Horn as the engineer for the highly anticipated $2 million splash pad project at Renasant Park. They also dive into an important conversation on the future of on-street parking in Hernando and touch on this summer’s street paving schedule.
After the meeting recap, Natalie reflects on her first four years on the board—highlighting the progress made and lessons learned along the way. She also shares her goals and priorities heading into her next four-year term, offering insight into the city’s path forward.
Whether you’re a Hernando resident or just interested in small-town governance done right, this episode offers a candid and informative look at local leadership in action.

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