Jennings Honored For Historic Cookeville Planning Leadership
Cookeville officials honored Judy Jennings for more than two decades of service to the city and the planning commission. City Administrator James Mills said Jennings has provided a high level of expertise to the community. Jennings served for 22 years after being appointed in 2004, holding roles as the Vice Chairman of the Planning Commission […]
Cookeville Approves Five-Year Parking Lot Lease
Cookeville City Council approved a new five-year lease Thursday night for a parking lot on Church Avenue. The city will pay Tennessee Tech $1 annually for the use of the land, which includes a 15-year option. Finance Director Brenda Imel said it is located between Spring Street and Broad Street, and would be part of […]
Cookeville Planning Approves Medical Zoning Change
The Cookeville Planning Commission voted to create a new category of medical facilities in the city’s zoning code Monday night. Community Development Director Jon Ward said regional medical services would include non-institutional facilities that serve more than 150 patients with various outpatient services, as well as any service that requires a certificate of need from […]
Sparta Moves Forward On Updating Historic District Guidelines
The Sparta Board of Aldermen unanimously voted Thursday to solicit proposals to update design guidelines for the historic district. A work session was held prior to the board’s consideration with members of the Historic Zoning Commission. Chair Kim Griffin called the move, “Necessary,” to preserve the downtown area. “We got a small town feel,” Griffin […]
