Sparta Board Approves Moratorium On New Data Centers
Sparta Board of Aldermen approving a resolution to establish a 180-day moratorium on new data centers while the city reviews development standards. City Administrator Tonya Tindall said the measure stems from concerns regarding the demands these facilities place on local resources. Tindall said the resolution serves as a formal statement that the board is looking […]
Sparta Police Checking Car Seats, To Promote Safety
The Sparta Police Department is now offering appointments to make sure families are using child car seats properly.
Construction Underway For Sparta Dog Pound
Construction underway on a new Sparta dog pound at the Public Works headquarters on South Carter Street. Public Works Director Dillard Quick said the 24-by-30-foot facility will centralize the city’s Animal Control operations. He said the structure will feature five pens, running water and climate control, and a playpen. He said the building would be […]
Sparta Police Participating In Speeding Campaign
The Sparta Police Department is participating in a speeding enforcement campaign to promote safety and reduce speeding. Sparta Police Chief Nick Dunn said speeding is the main cause of fatalities in crashes. According to the Tennessee Department of Homeland Security, White County has already had three fatal crashes this year. Dunn said three is too […]
Sparta Changing Up Animal Control Role
Sparta Public Works is searching for a dog catcher after taking over Animal Control responsibilities from the Sparta Police Department. Public Works Director Dillard Quick said the Police Department’s full-time dog catcher only had to catch 27 dogs last year. He said the department wanted to use the dog catcher as a backup officer, but […]
Sparta’s Auxiliary Officer Program Starting Well
Sparta’s new auxiliary police officer program off to an even better start than expected. The program aims to supplement the city’s officer shortage. Sparta Police Chief Nick Dunn said in the first month, one officer has already been hired and many inquiries from several other officers. “With a reserve officer, if they’re not post certified, […]
Sparta Creating Auxiliary Police Program To Help Manpower
Sparta will create an Auxiliary Police Officer Program to offset staffing difficulties inside the Police Department. Sparta Mayor Jerry Lowery said the city has retired police officers and firefighters who have shown interest in working for the department part-time. He said this program allows them to serve as needed without having to attend the Police […]
What Police Departments Consider Before Pursuing A Vehicle
How do police departments determine when or when not to pursue a vehicle? The question comes after a recent police pursuit of a stolen vehicle in Monterey that was called off due to public safety. Sparta Police Chief Doug Goff said his officers consider several factors. “We consider the nature of the offense, road conditions, […]
Sparta K-9 Unit Returns After PD Officer Donates Dog
The Sparta Police Department can resume its K-9 Division. The board of mayor and aldermen approved the donation of a dog from Sparta Police Canine Handler Justin Cunningham Thursday night. Chief Doug Goff said this is essential to drug enforcement. “Some of these stops you can get seizures, cars, money, cash and things like that,” […]
Sparta Starting Work For PD Evidence Building
The Sparta Police Department is on its way to having a new evidence building. Public Works Director Dillard Quick said the concrete slab was poured this week and expects to begin framing next week. Quick said he anticipates finishing the project in the next three weeks, solving a long-time need for the police department. “It’s […]
