Early Christmas Gift: Groundwork Begins On Splash Pad
Sparta has officially started ground work on its long-awaited splash pad and playground behind the White County YMCA. Sparta is investing an estimated $3 million into the project. Sparta Mayor Jerry Lowery said it is an exciting time to see dirt moving. “To get that project started, it’s been almost at least two-and-a-half, push it […]
Underground Construction Set To Begin On Sparta Splash Pad
With planning and design complete, Sparta will soon begin construction on a new splash pad. Sparta Mayor Jerry Lowery said the city recently received permits from TDEC to construct the splash pad. Lowery said it took about a year for the city to obtain the permit and that many people were doubting that a splash […]
Sparta Aldermen Approve $8.79M Budget First Reading
Sparta Board of Aldermen approved its $8.79 million budget on first reading, an increase of some $2 million from last year. The biggest difference in the budget, the inclusion of the $2.3 million splash pad in the public service budget. Public works expenses also increased some $292,000 in the highways and streets budget. Personnel expenses […]
