Monterey Outdoor Classroom Moving Forward After Pre-Construction Meeting
After an initial pre-construction meeting, Monterey has a new utility plan for the Depot’s outdoor classroom project. Mayor Nathan Walker said instead of using a panel from the Depot, power will directly connect to the area. “That we we can have power for the train cars for the outdoor classroom and really the options will […]
Celina Approves Match Cost In Joint Sewer Project
The Celina board of Aldermen approved its $65,000 match for a sewer line project Tuesday night. A $500,000 grant will fund the work along with local funding from the city, county and Industrial Development Board. During discussion over the project, Alderman Winton Dillon expressed his concerns to UCDD which is facilitating the project. “I don’t […]
King: New K-8 School Cannot Move Forward Under Current Bond
In a report to the Putnam County Commission Monday night, Director of Schools Corby King said the system’s new K-8 school cannot move forward under the current bond. The county commission approved a $44.7 million bond to fund the project last year. King said the project cost is now estimated at about $61 million. “We […]
Monterey To Begin Traffic Light Project At Holly And Stratton Intersection
A much anticipated Monterey traffic light project has been approved by the Board of Aldermen. Mayor Nathan Walker said the work would bring back traffic lights at the Holly Street and Stratton Avenue intersection. “I know that a lot of Monterey citizens have been concerned about that, because right now, it’s just basically a three-way […]
Van Buren Receives Bid To Repair Leak On Courthouse Steeple
After four bid attempts and months of advertising, Van Buren County has received one bid to repair a leak on the courthouse steeple. Mayor Greg Wilson said the county’s budget committee approved a $5,000 bid for the commission to consider. However, there are liability concerns about the project. “We did find a way to get […]
Gainesboro Officials Considering Building A New Water Treatment
The Gainesboro Mayor and Board of Aldermen are leaning towards constructing a new water treatment plant as opposed to upgrading the current facility. Engineer Nathaniel Green presented preliminary plans Thursday. A new facility would cost some $10.5 million, while upgrading the current plant would cost $8 to $9 million. Green asked for preliminary approval in […]
TTU Receiving “Significant Interest” From Designers On Stadium Project
Tennessee Tech is interviewing architects to start the design process to expand Tucker Stadium. Athletic Director Mark Wilson said firms have expressed a significant amount of interest in redoing the west side of the stadium. “There’s a lot of work. There’s a lot of engineering work that’s going have to go on to figure out […]
Byrdstown Clear Wells Back Up After Restoration Project
Byrdstown has completed restorations to its clear well under its water plant. The storage serves as the last stage of disinfecting before the water goes to customers. Mayor Sam Gibson told the Board of Aldermen Monday night the town saved about $5,000 on the project. “We saved a little bit of money with them being […]
Overton Moving Forward With Ambulance Service Building Expansion
A core drilling study for Overton County’s expansion of its ambulance service building has been completed. County Executive Ben Danner said next step is for the county’s budget committee to open bids in April. “Everybody right now is busier than they have ever been,” Danner said. “A building boom is going on everywhere, so that […]
Byrdstown Considering Pump Station For Interested Developers
Byrdstown has two parties interested in developing near Highway 111, but a pump station will be required to accommodate the growth. The most expensive part to provide water already exists, an unused line that stretches to the site. Mayor Sam Gibson said spending about $30,000 for a pump station would be a small price considering […]
