Algood Pauses Firefighter Expansion Citing Budget Concerns
The Algood City Council voted Tuesday to table the idea of adding two full-time firefighters to the city’s fire department. Mayor Lisa Chapman-Fowler said the proposal to hire the additional personnel would require the city to spend approximately $207,000 that was not included in the current fiscal year budget. Chapman-Fowler said the recurring expense would […]
Algood Council Approves Changes To Duplex Ordinance
Algood City Council has amended the city’s ordinance regarding duplexes and two-family residential structures to help with growth. The amended ordinance will now allow duplexes and two-family residential structures in R2 Districts on a conditional use. City Administrator Keith Morrison said the measure was recommended by the Algood Planning Commission and would require developers to […]
Algood Votes To Begin Donation Process For White Plains
Algood City Council approved a resolution Tuesday night to start the process of donating the White Plains Historic Home to the state. Algood has considered either donating or selling the home to the state, as the city has had financial challenges to make continuous repairs to the home. Mayor Lisa Chapman-Fowler said donating the home […]
Algood Tables Decision For Park Project Design Team
Algood City Council tabled a decision Tuesday night to select a lead architect and design team to oversee the city’s park project. The board discussed two firms that offered similar services. Council Member Luke Hill said he would like to have the two firms present to the board before making a decision. “We have historically […]
Algood Council Approves Rezoning 6.53 Acres For Work Yard
Algood City Council approved the rezoning of 6.53 acres on Mirandy Road from low density residential to light industrial. A work yard for a local construction company will occupy the spot. Mirandy Road Homeowner George Lee said he was unsure if a the work yard was the right use for the land. “I keep hearing […]
Algood Recognized By Tennessee Municipal League For Community Development
City of Algood recognized by the Tennessee Municipal League for Excellence in Community Development. Mayor Lisa Chapman-Fowler said she is honored and humbled by the award. She said it recognizes the efforts of the city of Algood has brought together employees from all levels of municipal government to improve the quality of life for those […]
Local Businesses And City Government Working To Restart Algood Business Association
Algood is working to revamp its Business Association program after COVID put the program on pause. Mayor Lisa Chapman-Fowler said the association started many years ago as a way for business owners to socialize and network. She said they hope the interest is still there among businesses to bring it back. “You know Algood has […]
Algood Denies Wall Street Closure Proposal For Hope Church
Algood City Council unanimously voted against the closure of Wall Street from Main Street to 5th Avenue. Mayor Lisa Chapman-Fowler said the original request from Hope Church came in so the church could increase the parking area and construct a park for the community. She said a recent traffic study concluded that more than 2,000 […]
Algood Applying For Security Camera Grant
Algood City Council will participate in a grant-matching program through Public Entity Partners. City Administrator Keith Morrison said the city will apply for a 50/50 match to purchase new security cameras. “For city hall, public works, possibly the new park that would all tie in together,” Morrison said. “Including fire hall and all feedback would […]
Algood Creates Parks And Rec Director Position To Be Filled July 1
Algood has officially added a Parks and Recreation Director position to its list of department heads. The position was approved by the city council after public comment and second reading of the ordinance. City Administrator Keith Morrison said that Algood has two ways it goes about filling these positions. “It depends on what the council […]
