Friends Of The Trails Hopeful To Acquire Trail Easement
The Cumberland County Friends of the Trails hopeful that the City of Crossville will soon acquire a much-needed hiking trail easement. Friends of the Trails President John Conrad said the group is seeking an easement from St. Alphonsus Catholic Church to connect existing hiking paths. It is part of a larger vision for the “Crossville […]
Council To Consider Next Step On Meadow Park Expansion
Crossville set to consider mitigation service proposals as the next step on the Meadow Park Lake expansion after a Tuesday night work session. City Engineer Tim Begley said developing a full mitigation plan will take roughly six months. Begley said that will setup the city to take the next step. “We should be really close […]
Public Feedback Needed For Crossville Main Street Program
The Crossville-Cumberland County Chamber of Commerce has launched a community survey to receive public feedback to help establish priorities for the city’s new Main Street Program. Crossville Main Street Program Executive Director PJ Barnes said Crossville was recognized as an accredited Main Street Program a few months ago. Barnes said the main purpose of the […]
Crossville Adopts Work-Zone Sign Ordinance For Safety
Crossville has passed a new work-zone sign ordinance to make construction areas and pubic roadways safer and easier for drivers to navigate. The ordinance requires workers to place a warning sign such as “Work Zone,” “Caution,” or “Utility Work Ahead”, facing oncoming traffic about 50 feet before the work vehicle. Crossville City Clerk Baylee Rhea […]
Water Issues Resolved On Crossville’s Fire Station Two
Water leaks and infiltration issues appear to be resolved as progress continues on Crossville’s Fire Station Two facility. Crossville City Council received an update on the project Tuesday night. Upland Design Group Senior Project Manager Rodgers Spencer said contractors conducted an insulation moisture test on the walls and results were favorable. “If there are any issues […]
Crossville Awards Bid For New Catoosa Utility Building
The city of Crossville has awarded an estimated $1.1 million bid to construct a new building for the Catoosa Utility District. The 10,350 square foot metal building will provide office space and a maintenance shop. Crossville City Manager Valerie Hale said the Catoosa had needed a new space for quite some time. “When the city […]
Crossville Train Club Breaks Ground On New Facility
The Crossville Model Railroad Club breaking ground on its new 3,000 square foot facility located at 87 West Avenue. Club Public Relations Officer Ann Grogitsky said the club uses a model railroad to educate the public about Crossville’s history with trains. Grogitsky said the new building will house different models for people to visit and […]
State Law May End Proposed Crossville Ambulance Referendum
Crossville may decide not to hold a citizen referendum to establish a city ambulance service. City Attorney Randall York said the city would need a private act from state legislators to hold a referendum because such a use does not meet the general criteria. Council Member Mark Fox said the City Council should be in […]
Milo The Otter Adopted As Crossville Mascot, Marketing Tool
The City of Crossville has adopted a new mascot, Milo the Otter. Downtown Crossville Board Member Caitlin Chamberlain said the otter was originally introduced in 2006 as the mascot for Cumberland County’s 150th birthday. Chamberlain said with otter statues around town, Crossville has a rich history with otters dating back to the 80s. “A few […]
West Cumberland Considering Crossville For Merger
Facing significant debt, West Cumberland Utility District is considering merging with several utility districts, including Crossville. Crossville City Council discussed whether or not they should make an offer for a merger. During the discussion, the council had mentioned that West Cumberland is fielding offers from BonDeCroft Utility District and the Cumberland Plateau Water Authority. Council […]
