McMinnville Grant To Advance Redevelopment Of Properties
McMinnville will use a state-administered Brownfield Redevelopment Area Grant to conduct environmental assessments on two vacant Morrison Street properties. Tourism and Marketing Director Jordan Pupols said the grant is part of a multi-phase process through the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development. It identifies properties with redevelopment potential. “There’s no financial impact in this […]
McMinnville Tourism Contract Expected To Triple Advertising
The McMinnville Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a new tourism marketing contract to expand the city’s advertising reach through state partnerships and grant funding. Tourism and Marketing Director Jordan Pupols said the agreement allows the city to more than triple its advertising investment through the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development cooperative program. Pupols said […]
McMinnville Aldermen Begin City Administrator Search
McMinnville Aldermen beginning the process of finding a permanent replacement for former City Administrator Nolan Ming. Alderman Steve Harvey said the city will utilize the Municipal Technical Advisory Service to assist with the recruitment process. Harvey said the organization will send a representative to McMinnville to review applications and narrow down the field of candidates […]
Edmonds Named TN Postsecondary Professional Of Year
TCAT-McMinnville President Dr. Melody Edmonds named the state’s Postsecondary Professional of the Year. The Association for Career And Technical Education selected Edmonds based on reviewing the qualifications of various candidates. Edmonds said she remains committed to career and technical education. “When you’ve committed your time and your effort into career and technical education, it’s an […]
Ming Cites Family, Professional Opportunities In Illinois
McMinnville City Administrator Nolan Ming said his decision to step down came down to a chance to return to his home region. Ming said the timing of the opportunity in Illinois was the primary factor in his decision rather than any issues within the local administration. Ming said things are currently going very well in […]
McMinnville Seeks Input On Curbside Recycling Service
McMinnville exploring the launch of a new free curbside recycling program to increase waste diversion and provide a more convenient service for residents. Public Works Director Lyndon Bussell said the city is currently seeking public input through a survey to determine if there is widespread interest in the service. Bussell said the department has been […]
Ming Departs McMinnville Job For Illinois Homecoming
McMinnville City Administrator Nolan Ming is resigning his position to become the Deputy City Manager for Joliet, Illinois. Ming said he was grateful for his tenure in Warren County. Ming served McMinnville since 2015, beginning as the Director of Community Development before being named City Administrator in 2019. Ming said Joliet is the third largest […]
McMinnville’s Ming Earns Strategic Leadership Award
McMinnville leadership being recognized for overall excellence from the Tennessee Municipal League following a multi-year effort to transform city operations. Administrator Nolan Ming said the recognition represents a significant achievement that impacts the entire local population. Ming said the city reached this milestone by spending several years identifying how to best deliver public value through […]
McMinnville Ends Free Facility Rentals For Nonprofits
The McMinnville Parks and Recreation Committee voted Tuesday night to eliminate free facility rentals for non-profit organizations and governmental agencies. Parks and Recreation Director Justin Scott said the department previously hosted five major events for free last year that resulted in a combined financial loss of nearly $13,000. Scott said the new policy implements a […]
NTSB Investigates Wednesday Plane Crash in Warren County
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating a plane crash that occurred Wednesday afternoon near Doyle Frazier Road in Morrison. An observer said they heard a thud and an engine that was struggling prior to the crash. “The National Transportation Safety Board is aware of the plane crash and is currently gathering information. Updates will […]
