Van Buren to Work With Barrett Group
Van Buren County officials will work with the Murfreesboro-based Barrett Group to locate missing revenue streams for the county. Budget Committee Chairman William Maxwell said partnering with an expert will hopefully help the county’s bottom line. The County Commission voted unanimously to move forward with an agreement Monday night. “Hopefully it just gives someone a […]
Van Buren Jail Generating Revenue
The Van Buren County Jail is generating revenue for the county. That according to Sheriff Eddie Carter. He told the County Commission Monday night that although the new jail has been blamed for much of the county’s financial problems, it is bringing in funds. “We’ve generated money with the jail that already exceeded what it […]
Comptroller Pleased With Van Buren Budget
The Tennessee Comptroller’s Office is pleased with Van Buren County’s newly passed budget. Director of Communications John Dunn said he believes the new budget, including a 45-cent property tax increase, was a win for all involved. “What was important to us all along was that Van Buren’s financial condition could improve,” Dunn said. “And we […]
Wheel Tax Heading to Ballot in Van Buren
The Van Buren County Commission approved a resolution 9-1 Monday night to send a Wheel Tax referendum to the November ballot. County voters will have the chance to decide to accept or reject a $40-dollar tax on vehicles. Half of the funds are earmarked for Van Buren County Schools, while the other half goes toward […]
Van Buren Passes Tax Increase; Budget
The Van Buren County Commission passed a balanced budget with a 45-cent property tax increase Monday night. The Commission voted 9-1 to pass the budget and set the new rate at $2.76. Budget Committee Chairman William Maxwell said he felt the Commission made the right decision to raise revenues. “I think we did the right […]
Van Buren Sending Wheel Tax Straight to Voters
Van Buren County voters will have the ultimate say when it comes to passing a $40 Wheel Tax. The original copy of the Wheel Tax resolution Commissioners received last week, it was stated the new tax could be passed either by two readings by the County Commission or by an election. Mayor Greg Wilson said […]
Van Buren Residents Frustrated Over Tax Increases
Van Buren County residents are frustrated about another property tax increase. Last year, commissioners approved a 35-cent increase. Now, county commissioners will vote for a 45-cent increase to try and balance the budget. Long-time Van Buren resident and business owner Laura Wallace said she is against the raise. “We are still broke,” Wallace said. “They […]
Comptroller Pleased with Van Buren Progress
The Director of Communications for the Tennessee Comptroller said the office is pleased at the progress Van Buren County has made to balance its budget. John Dunn said the Comptroller’s office has followed the budget process closely. He said he hopes the full County Commission will implement the decisions of the Budget Committee. “I have […]
Wheel Tax Proposed in Van Buren
The Van Buren County Budget Committee will propose a $40 Wheel Tax be placed on the November ballot. Committee Chairman William Maxwell said the tax will bring in needed funds for schools and will help generate more money for the county’s general fund. He said the revenues would be split evenly between the School Board […]
Tax Increase Proposed For Van Buren
The Van Buren County Budget Committee will propose a property tax increase. Budget Committee chairman William Maxwell announced the decision without providing the total increase following Monday’s budget work session. “I know nobody likes a tax increase,” Maxwell said. “But we must pay for what we have. If we’re not willing to pay for the […]
