White County Votes Down Tax Decrease Vs 1-Time Revenue
White County Commissioners will not reduce the property tax rate despite some $6 million in incoming revenue from Waste Management. Board Chairman Derrick Hutchings said the money would mean moving the White County Animal Shelter, which still lives on the landfill property. “The animal shelter is part of this $6 million deal,” Hutchings said. “The […]
White County Commissioners Reject Camera Funding
The White County Commission rejected funding for the purchase and continued use of surveillance cameras during its meeting Monday. The board voted to remove just under $48,000 intended for the purchase of Flock Safety license plate readers. Funds in next year’s budget also restricted from use on the camera system. Resident Caleb Tange one of […]
Commissioners Split On Potential Sales Tax Revenue Allocation
The White County Commission split over how to allocate potential revenue from a proposed sales tax increase, with the referendum fast approaching. County Commission Chairman Derrick Hutchings introduced the resolution by noting the commission needed to establish a plan for the funds. A property tax decrease is one idea. Hutchings said the county estimates the […]
White County Beer Board Down To 1 Person After Failed Vote
White County Commissioner TK Austin and Commissioner Becky Golden resigned from the county beer board following the failure of a resolution to implement a 300-foot residential distance requirement for beer permits. A 7-2 vote Monday night fell one short of the eight votes required for passage. Austin and Golden stepped down from the three-member board […]
New White County Convenience Center Set To Open Soon
White County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said the newly relocated Central View Convenience Center is set to open soon. The convenience center had been located inside the landfill. It has been closed since November. Robinson said the new facility on Gum Mountain Road will open soon. “Well, I spoke with the engineer today, actually,” Robinson […]
White County Assessor Advises Against Tax Freeze Program
White County’s Property Assessor advising White County Commissioners to avoid setting up a proposed property tax relief program. White County Assessor of Property Junior Jones cited the maximum number of acres allowed is five. Jones said breaking out only part of a property for relief can unintentionally increase the taxable value of the remaining land […]
White County Schools Share Recent Success With Commission
White County School Board Chairman Bob Young said the County Commission should share in the system’s recent academic success, as its funding partner. Young said the district posted strong results, including five Level 5 schools and seven campuses earning A or B grades on the state report card. Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger added that […]
White County Fills New Parks And Rec Director Position
White County Commissioners approved Tuesday night the hiring of Don Pearcy as the county’s first parks and recreation director. The county began the search after receiving a parks and recreation grant from the state. White County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said the county’s HR Department and the state recommended the county hire Pearcy. “With the […]
Commissioners Conflicted On Paving Welch’s Point Road
A proposal to pave part of the road leading to Welch’s Point sparked debate among White County Commissioners this week. White County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said Welch’s Point Road is a county road, but not fully paved. He added that the state is willing to pave the two miles closest to Welch’s Point, while […]
White County Plans Another David Culley Sign Redesign
White County Commissioners plan to redesign the David Culley Recreational Complex sign with an expanded budget and a Design Committee. Commissioners introduced a design to the public, with a budget of $10,000. Steering Committee A Chair TK Austin said he would move forward with the project, as long as it did not create a budget […]
