Putnam Commission Postpones Consideration Of Gun Resolution
A resolution supporting the 2nd amendment presented by Putnam County Commissioner Jordan Iwanyszyn was tabled Monday night for May discussion. The resolution stated that Putnam County would “dedicate no physical or financial resources toward the unlawful infringement of the right to keep and bear arms.” After Iwanyszyn’s presentation, Commissioner Cindy Adams made a motion to […]
Putnam Commission Approves Pay Raises For Election Workers
Putnam County Election Administrator Michelle Honeycutt said the county commission approving election worker raises should hopefully help recruiting efforts. Honeycutt said the election office needs more democratic workers. “We were very happy about that,” Honeycutt said. “They’ve not had a pay raise since 2010, and with everything going up including gas, they needed it. They […]
Van Buren Commission Pushes Sheriff’s Office Request To Committee
The Van Buren County Sheriff’s Office requested a new fingerprint machine Tuesday, but the county commission sent the purchase back to committee since it was not a budgeted. Deputy Jarrod Campbell said he received two bids and recommended the lowest price at about $20,000. “Our finger print machine is reaching the end of its life,” […]
This Week White Co Budget Committee Works On COVID Bonuses
This week in the Upper Cumberland the White County Budget Committee will meet to discuss options for employee COVID bonuses. The matter goes back to committee after the commission failed to pass an one-time payment this week. Members will also consider how the payment will impact potential raises for the new fiscal year. Committee meetings […]
Nashville Non-Profit To Purchase Van Buren BDS Property
The Van Buren County Commission once again approved the sale of the BDS property. Real Estate Agent Melissa Harmon presented the commission with two offers Tuesday night. Commissioners voted to move forward with a $220,000 deal with Nashville-based non-profit Auxilium Auto. “Offers are very similar,” Harmon said. “But one is $220,000. The other one is […]
White County Considering Legal Action Against TWRA Habitat Project
White County is exploring legal avenues against TWRA’s clear cutting project at the Bridgestone Firestone Centennial Wilderness Area. The County Commission held an attorney-client privilege meeting Monday night. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said the county discussed options with County Attorney John Meadows. “We are looking if there is any legal avenues that we can […]
This Week White Commission Requests Federal Aid, Cookeville Hears From Public
This week in the Upper Cumberland the White County Commission will apply for federal assistance to purchase three police vehicles. Commissioners will consider a USDA grant not exceeding $50,000. The county will also try to adopt new employee policies and procedures. The Monday meeting begins at 6:00 p.m. at the county courthouse. Tuesday, the city […]
Van Buren Leaders Discuss School Budget And Change In Practices
A Van Buren County Commission and Board of Education joint work session Wednesday resulted in new budget practices the school system plans to follow. Director of Schools Cheryl Cole said she does not include federal money and grant applications in the revenue line item but includes the money in expenditures. Commissioner William Maxwell said the […]
Overton Closing On Carr Creek Bridge Project
Overton County is working on final paperwork to close the Carr Creek Bridge project. Commissioner Darwin Clark said the work is close to completion. “We’re filling out our closing documents and waiting on the final estimates,” Clark said. “We hope to be closed out by end of January. The bridge is pretty well done.” Construction […]
This Week: Overton Schools Consider Scoreboard Purchase, Central View Committee Gathers
This week in the Upper Cumberland the Cookeville Planning Commission will consider the preliminary plat for the Highbury Subdivision. A planned 147 lots located on Neal Street and East Veterans Drive. Business begins at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. The Fentress County Commission also meets Monday. Members will consider a resolution that allows the county to […]
