Cumberland School Board Approves Farley’s Director Contract
The Cumberland County School Board approved a new contract for new Director of Schools Rebecca Farley Wednesday with the exception of an annual bonus. Board Member Scott VanWinkle expressed concern with the incentive bonus in Farley’s contract, which could be worth up to $5,000 on top of her $135,000 salary. VanWinkle said he wanted the […]
Sheriff Nearing Contract With US Marshall For Inmates
The Putnam County Sheriff’s Department is in the final stages of securing a contract with the U.S. Marshall’s Office to house federal inmates in the soon-to-be-expanded jail. Sheriff Eddie Farris said a deal is just a “few dollars away.” He said he is trying to ensure that the department gets every dollar possible from the […]
King Receives High Marks On Evaluation, Contract Extension From Putnam Board
The Putnam County School Board voted Thursday night to extend Director of Schools Corby King’s contract after he received excellent marks on his annual evaluation. School Board Attorney Dan Rader said each board member evaluated King on 131 different criteria. Rader said 36 administrators in the school district turned in evaluations as well. Rader said […]
Crossville City Council To Further Discuss Contract Renewal With Azure Flight
The Crossville City Council will further discuss contract renewals with Azure Flight Support to build more hangars at the Crossville Memorial Airport next week. The company proposed a five year extension with a five year option during a Tuesday work session. Partner Allen Howell said the the current contract expires in May. “So, we’re asking […]
TTU Board Of Trustees Approve New Contract For Oldham
Tennessee Tech President Phil Oldham has received a new six-year contract. The Board of Trustees approved the contract Thursday afternoon. It replaces the current contract and takes Oldham’s employment through 2028. Trustee Tom Jones said it is a big step forward for the university. “This is not something that I would have entered into or […]
Jackson Director Of Schools Receives High Marks, Contract Extension
Jackson County Director of Schools Kristy Brown received high marks on this year’s director evaluations, scoring a 4.9 out of 5. Board Chair Mark Brown said that Kristy Brown is a blessing to the school system, and the county itself. “I think we have a highly skilled and highly trained director of schools here that […]
Contract Under Consideration Would Reopen Celina Facility As Hospital
A source closely involved in the Cumberland River Hospital contract negotiation confirms the agreement would reopen the facility as a hospital. The source said discussions involve a healthcare company with federal government ties. Negotiations are “very serious” and have been ongoing for several months. The source said more information should be publicly available in the […]
Cumberland School Board Approves New Director Stepp’s Contract
Cumberland County School Board approved the contract for the new Director of Schools William Stepp at its Thursday night meeting. The board approved the 3-year contract and an annual salary for Stepp at some $107,000. The current Upperman principal nominated for the job earlier this month. Some board members said the contract was a “lowball” […]
Jackson BOE Exploring Project To Build CTE Space
The Jackson County School Board started the planning process to build its own CTE space Thursday night. The action came after the school board reviewed a proposed agreement from TCAT Hartsville. The institution currently provides CTE learning for Jackson and Macon County Schools in a joint building. The Hartsville administration indicated last year that it […]
Celina Attorney Recommends More Work On New EMS Contract
The Celina Board of Aldermen introduced a five-year proposal Tuesday night, a framework for a new contract with Clay County for EMS services. Mayor Luke Collins said the contract basics would closely follow current stipulations and include the recently approved EMS raises. City Attorney Jimmy White recommended further negotiations with the county to account for […]
