In Episode 45 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah Muhm and Jeff Semko continue their conversation with Portage Mayor Austin Bonta, and this time, it’s all about growth, planning, and what it really takes to lead a modern city.

From emotional stories about his late dog to controversial opinions on sprawl, Mayor Bonta returns with transparency, wit, and unexpected insights on zoning, education, and how to build a future-ready Portage.

This is the real talk you don’t hear at city council meetings.

🔥 Highlights:
▶ The moment his dog passed and why his family made sure his brother was there
▶ How Portage keeps a small-town vibe with big city success
▶ The controversial garage-door culture of Portage
▶ Behind the scenes of city planning and “residential TIF”
▶ Why public schools are shrinking while the city grows
▶ How Carmel, IN inspired a new vision for downtown Portage
▶ Sprawl vs. community: what kind of city do we want to be?
▶ “Solicitor’s Day”? Mayor’s wild idea for modern door-knocking

If Part 1 made you rethink mayors… Part 2 shows you what real leadership looks like when you’re all in.

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