New 41 Lot Subdivision On Buffalo Valley Can Move Forward
The Cookeville Planning Commission approved preliminary plans for a 41-lot subdivision on the corner of Buffalo Valley Road and Holladay Road. City Planning Director Jon Ward said Kensington Subdivision will be located on 10 acres, subdivided among the plats. “One new, looped interior street is proposed named Kensington Circle that will connect to Buffalo Valley […]
Fentress Highway Loan Denied After Supervisor Takes Hard Stance
The Fentress County Commission approved a $2.1 million dollar capital outlay note for the new agriculture pavilion Monday night. The note did not include money for the highway department. Road Supervisor Joey Reagan asked for $1.5 million to upgrade county roads. Reagan was unwilling to budge on that number during the meeting. “I believe he […]
Putnam Commissioners Approve Budget; Concerns With Tax Increase
Putnam County Commissioners approved its 2021-2022 fiscal year budget Monday night, but not without some concern about the 10 cent increase in property taxes. The proposed increase raises the recommended tax rate from 237.2 to 247.2. Commissioner AJ Donadio said that before commissioners voted no on the tax levy, he asked for alternatives for how […]
