Interviewing Matt Stigall This episode digs into how local decisions shape daily life in Marietta—often in ways most people don’t realize until things stop working.We start with how and why ABC was formed, what problem it was meant to solve, and what community-led planning can actually look like when residents have a seat at the table. From there, we zoom in on the Marietta Square parking crisis—why it feels impossible, what’s really causing it, and how outdated assumptions about cars are clogging up the future of the city.We talk honestly about suburban sprawl, why it’s squeezing infrastructure and affordability. We discuss how walkability, bike safety, and mixed-use development are necessities for a city that wants to function. Sidewalks, bike lanes, and safer streets are about access, safety, and who gets to fully participate in the community.We also break down why knowing your local officials matters more than ever—what powers they actually have, what they can do for you, and how local government decisions ripple out faster than state or national politics ever will.Finally, we pull back the curtain on the Sam Foster campaign—the people behind it, the work it takes to build something from the ground up, and the journey of turning community frustration into organized, people-powered action.If you care about how Marietta grows, who decisions are made for, and how residents can stay informed and involved, this episode is for you.