The world's most expensive bathroom

On this episode, we talk about:

• The world's most expensive bathroom, the regulations that led to it, and how can we be better in our own cities?
• Houston is broke, but why? 
• McKinsey suggests automated vehicles will induce continued population expansion into outer ring neighborhoods and rural areas

Timestamps
00:22 - New TeamZac member
01:32 - Setting hiring policy on the podcast
02:55 - Generations Z and Alpha
03:51 - The difference between Pat and Chad
06:09 - The most expensive public restroom
14:31 - Can we incorporate staff accountability for getting a project done?
16:18 - The Purple Slip
19:38 - Can we just empower employees?
28:16 - Houston is broke
39:36 - On urban highway expansion
48:03 - McKinsey on the benefits of autonomous vehicles
57:47 - Could AVs eliminate the need for parking?
60:15  - AV cabs as public transportation: worst of both worlds?
62:04 - Special announcement time

Notes

• A Close Examination of the Most Infamous Public Toilet in America (NY Times)
• Houston mayor says the city is broke (Fox 26 Houston)
• Here's the real reason Houston is going broke (Strong Towns)
• Autonomous Driving's Future: Convenient and Connected (McKinsey)
• Smart Bumps

Creators and Guests

Host

Chad Janicek

Former city manager, current local government nerd. I build fun stuff that helps cities make better decisions @zactax

Host

Patrick Lawler

It's all for nothing if you don't have freedom.

What is ZacCast?

The official podcast for local government nerds, from the folks behind ZacTax. We talk about everything from sales tax to city management to college sports, and bring you stories from the front lines of local government administration.