UC Habitat For Humanity Merges With DeKalb Habitat
The DeKalb County Habitat for Humanity has officially merged with the Upper Cumberland Habitat in Cookeville after several years of discussion. Executive Director Jeremy Byrd said the conversations between the two affiliates began while trying to determine more effective methods to address the housing crisis. Byrd said those conversations led both sides to agree that […]
Cumberland Water Authority Accelerates GM Search
The Cumberland Plateau Water Authority Board has set deadlines and expectations for hiring a General Manager to oversee the possible merger. Board Chair Greg Hanson said he believes the subcommittee tasked with searching for a general manager had not realized its level of authority before the board’s June meeting. He said the board’s May meeting […]
Spencer Alderman Approve Warren Utility Takeover
Spencer Aldermen approved the contract Thursday night allowing the Warren County Utility District to take over operations of Spencer’s utilities. Mayor Alisa Farmer said the State Comptroller’s Office and TDEC forced the deal. Farmer said they have to look at what is going to benefit their customers in the long run, not their boards or […]
State Board Votes To Begin Administrative Merger Of TCAT Crossville, Livingston
With no discussion by committee members, a Tennessee Board Of Regents Committee voted unanimously Thursday afternoon to begin the process of merging TCAT Crossville and TCAT Livingston’s administration. The Committee On Academic Policies and Programs and Student Life voted following less than a three minute presentation. Executive Vice Chancellor for Policy and Strategy Russ Deaton […]
New Gas Provider For Clay County Sending Mailed Notification On Changes
Middle Tennessee Natural Gas Utility District anticipates a seamless transition in service for Clay County residents. The provider will merge with the Clay Gas Utility District starting Thursday. Communications Director Clifford Swoape said operations moving forward would be under the new company’s name including bills. “The gas system as far as the operation of it […]
Clay Co Getting New Natural Gas Provider
Middle Tennessee Natural Gas Utility District will be the new natural gas provider for Clay County residents. The Clay Gas Utility District and Middle Tennessee Natural Gas Utility District will merge on September 1st. As a part of the merger, the gas company will also realign service areas in Sparta and Crossville to better serve […]
State Comptroller’s Office Recommends Spencer Utility District Merger
The State Comptroller’s Office Water and Wastewater Financing Board recommended Thursday that the Spencer Utility District merge with the Warren County Utility District. Technical Secretary Ross Colona said he sees an opportunity for a long-term solution for the city’s water supply issues. “I haven’t been able to see the efficiencies that can be created for […]
