Step One for Sewer Extension Underway for New Fairgrounds
The first step in extending sewer lines to the new fairgrounds on Tennessee Avenue is underway. Cookeville Director of the Water Quality Control Department Ronnie Kelly said they have already met with engineers to develop the scope of services needed to begin negotiating a contract for this 6 month study. Kelly said this will take […]
Dogwood Park Upgrades In The Works
Cookeville’s Dogwood Park has two projects in the design stage, says Leisure Services Director Rick Woods. “We’re hoping to add some shade to the arbor areas in the very near future,” Woods said. “We’re in the process of designing the long awaited restroom facility that will go near the playground so that we’ll have a […]
Cookeville Exploring Ways To Connect Depot To Rail Trail
The city of Cookeville is exploring ways to connect the Rail Trail from the Cookeville Depot to Cane Creek Park. Cookeville City Councilman Chuck Womack said the project would be separated into two parts. First, building a trail from West End Park to Cane Creek. Then, extending the trail from West End to the depot. […]
Cookeville Dog Park Project May Not Finish Until August 2021
Cookeville council members are barking for a new dog park to open. Council Members voiced their concerns that the city dog park is still a year away. City Manager James Mills said a lack of manpower and not having a set plan are the reasons for the delay. “It’s finalizing the design for it, and […]
Cookeville Leisure Service Fitness Classes Return
Fitness classes at the Cane Creek Recreation Center have restarted without issues. Leisure Services Special Programs Director Jen Webb said the process has run smoothly so far. “We have some people who are wanting to wait it out just a little bit longer, which we completely understand and respect,” Webb said. “You have some who […]
Roof Repair Bids Approved For 2 Schools
Roof repair bids for the Cookeville High School and Cane Creek Elementary School came in under budget. Putnam County Schools Facilities Director John Magura said the Cookeville High School bid arrived at $1 million. Repairs to the Cane Creek roof will cost some $690,000. “Both roofs are being fixed because they’ve exceeded their lifespan,” Magura […]
