Henley Extension Project Ahead Of Schedule, Paving Underway
Cookeville’s Henley Drive expansion project will be completed well ahead of its original August deadline as contractors begin paving this week. Director of Public Works Mary Beth Elrod said the current closure of Bunker Hill Road is expected to last a few more days. Elrod said the move cuts off access for residents living south […]
Cookeville Advances Three-Lane Henley Drive Extension
The preliminary outline for the extension of Henley Drive, from Sams Street to Bunker Hill Road south of Interstate 40, approved by the Cookeville Planning Commission. Community Development Director Jon Ward said the project sits on approximately 0.799 acres zoned for regional commercial use. “The submitted plat depicts the extension of Henley Drive from the […]
Cookeville City Council To Vote Thursday On Henley Drive Extension
The Cookeville City Council will decide Thursday on awarding a bid for the extension of Henley Drive from Sam’s Street to Bunker Hill Road. Cookeville City Manager James Mills presented the details during Monday’s work session. Mills said the extension has been part of the major street plan for decades and involves a unique collaboration […]
T-DOT Adding Turn Lane At 111/Browns Mill Rd For Safety
T-DOT will install a new turn lane on Cookeville’s Highway 111 at Browns Mill Road, just south of the I-40 exit. Regional Communications Officer Rae Anne Bradley said the project will consist of a 12-foot-wide turn lane, a 12-foot-wide acceleration lane, and a four-foot-wide paved outside shoulder. Bradley said the turning lane will aim to […]
Cookeville To Extend Sewer To Rebecca Place Area
Cookeville taking the next step in extending sewer services to the Rebecca Place and Bunker Hill Road annexation area. Water and Sewer Quality Control Director Barry Turner said when the area was annexed, the city promised sewer would be extended within 20 years. He said that 20-year mark is coming up in January 2027. He […]
Putnam Planning Commission Approves New Rules For Public Comments
The Putnam County Planning Commission approved an amendment to its by-laws Tuesday night regarding how public comments are handled during its meetings. The new plan will allow for three people to speak for two minutes about each item on the agenda. Commissioner Phil Wilbourn said he thought the speakers should have more time. “We got […]
