Compared to Septembers’ full County Commission meeting, the October meeting was quiet and routine. The meeting began with the customary items, with 16 of 18 commissioners in attendance. The agenda for the evening and the minutes from the prior meeting were then unanimously approved.
Two appointments were quickly approved. Randy Graham was reappointed to the Industrial Development Board of Cumberland, Morgan and Roane counties (Tri-County Board) for a period of six years. Barry Fields was reappointed to the Cumberland County Solid Waste Regional Planning Board for a term of four years.
A series of resolutions approving budget amendments recommended by the budget committee were quickly acted on as follows:
Acceptance of a stimulus grant to purchase food service equipment at Pleasant Hill Elementary school in the amount of $21,559;
Acceptance of a USDA grants for a fresh fruit and vegetable program at Martin Elementary school for $35,070;
Acceptance of a LEAPS grant to provide after school programs at Homestead Elementary school for $115,000;
Acceptance of an Energy Efficient Schools grant to replace old lighting fixtures at various schools for $159,511;
Acceptance of a State of Tennessee grant for the prevention and treatment of the H1N1 virus at the Cumberland County Health Department for $146,470;
Acceptance of a Federal Grant for a juvenile drug court program in General Sessions Judge Warner’s Juvenile services department for $20,000;
Approval of expenditure to get a certified commercial appraisal on the existing library property on First Street for $1,200;
The above were all unanimously approved.
A budget amendment to increase the salary of the Elections Administrator, who has successfully completed the state of Tennessee examination to become certified and had her certification confirmed by the State Election Commission, was approved 15 yes to 1 no.
The salary for certified administrators is set by state law and hers was adjusted accordingly.
The novation of the Interest Rate Swap Agreements on some of our existing debt, which I reported on last week, was approved by the full commission, contingent on receiving a letter of confirmation that the transaction will be done at no cost to the county.
The county attorney reported the status of several lawsuits in which the county is involved.
Under new business, a motion was made to suspend the rules and add a resolution to accept a loan on behalf of the Board of Education. We learned of the award of a Qualified School Bond Authority loan for $2.68 million after the agenda had been issued, therefore a suspension of the rules was necessary. It will provide funds at zero interest to be used for the BOE’s Energy Efficiency Project that they have developed with Trane Corp. As confirmed by Ms. Shirley Parris, chairperson of the BOE, the loan will be repaid from energy expense savings in the BOE’s operating budget. Since the loan has to be accepted by Nov. 1, the necessary two-thirds vote to suspend the rules was achieved, and the resolution was unanimously approved.
The director of finance reported the county has received notification that a grant, in the amount of $342,792 over three years, would be awarded by the federal government to establish an adult DUI/Drug Court program in the county under General Session Judge Warner.
County Veterans Services Officer Mark Daniels gave his quarterly report. I have a copy on file if you would like to read it.
After some meeting and event announcements, several notary publics were appointed or renewed. With no further business to conduct, the meeting was adjourned.
As always, please feel free to contact me with your questions, suggestions, concerns, issues or comments at 484-4137 or email at cocomlynch@comcast.net.
Glade Sun
FROM THE DESK OF: Full commission meets in October
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FG First Baptist Church all smiles as their 'ship comes in'
Fairfield Glade First Baptist Church was right in the path of the right-of-way for the new widening project for Peavine Road. With a new site selected and the new church building well under way, on Feb. 6, TDOT officially presented Fairfield Glade First Baptist Church a check for $1,435,550 for their property.
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SMHS Rocket Club visits FG Rotary
Fairfield Glade Rotary Club warmly welcomed eight accomplished Stone Memorial High School students. The members of the SMHS Rocket Club team presented a detailed account of their most recent competition in the Team America Rocketry Challenge National Finals in Washington D.C.
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Dr. Smith to speak Feb. 15 on women's health
William E. Smith, MD, will speak on women’s health on Wednesday, Feb. 15, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at a free Community Seminar, in the conference room at the Cumberland Medical Center Wellness Complex in Crossville, at 130 Woodmere Mall, on Hwy. 127. Non members of the facility are welcome.
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Lake Tansi resident wins Holiday Challenge drawing
Betty Smith of Lake Tansi won a six-month membership for the Cumberland Medical Center Wellness Complex at Crossville because she successfully completed a Holiday Challenge to maintain or lose weight from Nov. 24 through Jan. 4.
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Read the latest edition of "The Bulletin"
The Crossville Chronicle-Glade Sun also publishes a newsletter called "The Bulletin" in which you'll find a schedule of Glade activities and events, a restaurant and dining guide, golf information, and even tour schedules. Click here for the latest PDF edition of "The Bulletin."
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Playhouse favorite Daniel Black to appear this Sunday at the Southern Stars Concert
The Southern Stars Symphonic Brass will be presenting their second concert in the Crossville Music Series on Sunday, Feb. 12, at 3:30 p.m. in the beautiful auditorium at Stone Memorial High School.
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Iles is Lions Student of the Month for January
Cumberland County High School senior Dimi Iles has been honored by the Fairfield Glade Lions Club as January “Student of the Month.” She was selected by Guidance Counselor Robin Hull to be so honored by the Lions Club.
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Three musicians join Big Band Sound
Two talented Tennessee Technological University students and a veteran drummer have joined the ranks of the Big Band Sound. They are Kurt Snider, Brant Poindexter and Sarah Ransom.
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Avalon Center asks you to "Let Your Heart Rule" in February
In 2010 Congress began dedicating the entire month of February to Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, a national effort to raise awareness about abuse in youth relationships and promote programs intended to help youth with teen dating violence issues. Throughout February, individuals and many organizations nationwide highlight the need to educate young people about healthy relationships, teach healthy relationship skills and prevent the devastating cycle of abuse.
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ENJOYING NATURE: How ‘fur’ would you go to get a great coat?
I saw in one of the magazines, that I sometimes read, that the Tennessee Fur Harvesters Association was having a fur sale in Crossville. “Fur harvesters” is another word for trappers. Trappers try to catch fur bearing animals like coyote, mink, and beaver for fun and profit. I talked Gary into going with me to see what we could learn.
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