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for Tennessee’s municipalities Memphis is planning a grand BY DICK PHEBUS largely unaffected except for rev- event Sunday, June 22, to welcome MTAS Finance Consultant enue growth projections. municipal officials to the city as part Based on these projections for of the 2008 Tennessee Municipal The second session of the FY 2009, municipalities are ex- League Annual Conference. 105th Tennessee General Assem- pected to receive approximately Held at the city’s new $250 mil- bly adjourned on May 22, 2008. $112.46 per capita for the fiscal lion arena, the FedEx Forum, the Faced with substantial short- year beginning July 1, 2008. reception will offer, music, food, falls in revenues for both fiscal The following is a breakdown and an opportunity to tour this new years ending June 30, 2008, and of what municipalities can expect state-of-the art facility. June 30, 2009, the general assem- to receive in FY 2009. For those The FedExForum is the largest bly made significant reductions to cities that are in the process of public building construction project both years’ original appropriations. adopting a budget or have already in Memphis history. It is managed While these reductions im- approved one, financial personnel and operated by the Memphis Griz- pacted many state departments and should review this information to zlies of the NBA and is also used by state universities, the municipal determine if adjustments to the the University of Memphis Tigers share of the state-shared taxes were budget document are necessary. basketball team. Following a recent trend in The FedEx Forum, located on historic Beale Street, is the largest public arena design, the FedExForum was building construction project in Memphis history. Per Capita See FEDEX on Page 9 Amounts General Funds TCPR distributes open records request State Sales Tax $72.22 among state’s cities, counties, schools State Beer Tax $0.56 BY VICTORIA SOUTH or television station will make a re- we knew of the reason for the spe- Special Petroleum Products Tax TML Communications Coordinator quest of several of the larger cities, cific request,” said Mahery. $2.16 satellite cities or maybe cities within “Others wanted to make sure (City Streets and Transportation Revenue) On the heels of changes to a particular geographic area, but I’ve they were responding in accordance Tennessee’s open records law, a been involved in local government with their obligations under the law Gross Receipts Tax (TVA in lieu of tax) $9.65 blanket request appearing in every for years and I am not aware of and we referred all of those ques- city, county and school across the another time that all 347 cities in the tions to the MTAS legal consultants Total General Fund Revenue $84.59 state seeks to facilitate an informa- state were sent the same request for for response.” tional lesson about governmental information under the open records “We’re advising cities to let the State Street Aid Funds openness and accountability, ac- act.” Policy Center know the information cording to the Tennessee Center for “In the past, we’ve sent every will be made available to them and Gasoline and Motor Fuel Taxes $27.87 Policy Research (TCPR). single state department and cabinet ask if they need copies to be made The request, distributed by requests for various budget informa- and how to get the information to TCPR by fax, e-mail, or snail mail Total Per Capita tion or e-mail records,” said Drew them,” said Legal Consultant, Den- $112.46 relates to how many procurement Johnson, TCPR President. “We nis Huffer, of the Municipal Techni- (General and State Street Aid Funds) cards (P-Cards) are maintained by wanted to see if they were compliant cal Advisory Service. the governmental entity and the or sometimes we suspected some- “Also certain confidential in- names of the individuals authorized thing, but with this, we don’t suspect formation such as account numbers Following are other changes to in order to receive revenue from to use them. to find anything at all that would cost will need to be redacted, Huffer taxes and miscellaneous items: this tax. Additionally, TCPR is request- someone their job or get anyone into adds. • Hall Income Tax: The statewide · Mixed-Drink Tax: The state- ing copies of monthly billing state- trouble. This is about local govern- “The law requires all municipal projections indicate very little wide projected increase is 4.5 ments related to each card for Fiscal ment being accountable about how it records to be opened for personal growth due to economic condi- percent. Year 2006-2007, with sensitive in- spends tax dollars and to make tax inspection by any citizen of Tennes- tions. Individual city amounts • Public Safety Salary Supple- formation such as account numbers payers aware they can utilize records see during normal business hours, will fluctuate. Due to recent ments: HB 4219/SB 4213 was obscured or made illegible. The re- about local government.” unless there is a law making the market volatility it would be adopted by the General As- quest offers to pay duplication costs Changes in the open records bill records confidential,” Huffer con- prudent to be somewhat con- sembly on the last day of the up to $15.00. approved by the 2008 General As- tinues. servative in estimating your session. The public safety sal- “We’ve been contacted by about sembly requires governmental agen- “If the citizen wants to make city’s revenue. ary supplements for firefighters a dozen cities inquiring about the cies to respond to records requests copies, they may do so on the pre- • Corporate Excise Tax: The state- and police officers are to be request and some of the county rep- within seven business days of the mises. Under current law, cities can wide projections indicate little funded at the same rate for FY resentatives have mentioned some request, provide an estimated time charge reasonable fees to reimburse growth. This tax is based on 2009. Upon completion of cer- counties have received a similar re- that the record will be made avail- the tax payers for copying ex- bank profits and is distributed tain training requirements po- quest from the same organization, able, or provide a written reason for penses.” based on situs in lieu of intan- lice officers and firefighters are but I had no idea that every single lawfully denying access to the “Now is as good a time as any to gible personal property taxes. eligible for annual bonus sal- city, county and school system had record. Current law does not dictate make constituents aware about how Cities must levy a property tax ary supplements of $600 each. been asked to provide this informa- a deadline for responding to re- open government is,” said Johnson, tion,” said Tennessee Municipal quests. who said that once compiled, the League Executive Director, Marga- “Most of the calls have been to report will appear online. “It will be What Cities Can Do About NIMBYism? ret Mahery. make us aware of the request and in PDF format so citizen constitu- “That’s unusual,” Mahery con- asking whether we knew anything ents can look and see how their BY PATRICK SLEVIN tinues. “Occasionally, a newspaper about the organization or whether money is spent.” When people learn that I spe- cialize in helping developers miti- Risk Management Pool announces gate community opposition a.k.a. NIMBYism (Not-In-My-Back- Yard), they often ask two basic ques- changes in city fireworks coverage tions: 1). What is NIMBY? 2). How A number of the safety, licens- of whether “con- can it be prevented? ing and permitting requirements for sumer” or “display” My technical answer to the first public fireworks displays have been grade fireworks are question would explain in detail that changed by the state legislature over being used. NIMBYism is comprised of a vocal the past couple of years, thus chang- The Fireworks minority defending the status quo ing the compliance program en- Application Checklist against new development. These forced by the Tennessee State Fire & Safety Affidavit are small groups of homeowners, com- Marshal’s Office. designed to essentially prised of maybe half dozen core resi- In an effort to ensure public mirror the state Fire- Patrick Sleven dents rally their neighbors to lobby safety and to provide adequate un- works Permit require- elected officials to vote against vari- chased, residents begin to speculate derwriting guidance for cities and ments; that is, the gov- ous projects. This visible opposition on its potential use and rumors be- other TML Pool members, the TML ernmental entity must typically spreads misinformation via gin. These rumors are often wrong or Pool has instituted changes in how follow the safety re- the community grapevine, causing they misconstrue the facts. False ru- fireworks exposures are underwrit- quirements of NFPA great anxiety for neighbors and mors circulate quickly and ten for public displays being con- 1123 & 1124, and the elected officials alike. NIMBYism rears its head, in many ducted by member entities. regulations governing Although my explanation is cases, before a land use application Current law outlines certain public safety as out- technically true, it doesn’t really is even filed. safety requirements for entities that lined in TCA Title 68, capture the true essence of Traditionally, communications wish to assemble and discharge “dis- Chapter 104 and en- NIMBYism. Now when people ask on land use applications rely upon play” grade fireworks, formerly forced by the Tennes- me to explain NIMBYism, I simply bureaucratic notices and several known as class “B” fireworks. Some see State Fire Marshal’s Office. To display is conducted by a contracted tell them NIMBY is like a Jerry public hearings. I would argue that of the current legal requirements secure liability coverage for the exhibitor or non-covered third party, Springer episode. The vocal minor- the notice and hearing system does are: compliance with NFPA 1123 & city’s public fireworks display, it is strongly recommended that the ity ambushes the developer at a pub- more to create community conflict 1124; compliance with TCA Title these requirements must be followed city obtain a certificate of liability lic hearing, the media amplifies the than it does to mitigate it. I will give 68, Chapter 104; specific training even if a permit is not required by the insurance naming the public entity conflict and the elected officials suf- a few reasons: for the fireworks shooter, and secur- State Fire Marshal’s office. as an additional insured from the fer the political fallout. It is also 1) Bureaucratic notices only add to ing a fireworks permit from the State Lastly, the local fire chief, po- contracted exhibitor. interesting to note that Mr. Springer misinformation with legal jar- Fire Marshal’s Office. lice chief, and chief administrative The change in the fireworks is a former mayor himself. gon and abysmal reach. Unfortunately, the current law officer (Mayor, City Manager, Ex- coverage is effective July 1; it be- There are hundreds of Jerry 2) Public hearings begin much too does not place these same safety ecutive Director, etc.) must sign the comes applicable as members renew Springer episodes, as I now call late in the process. Opinions are requirements on entities conducting safety affidavit (attached to the during the fund year. For example, them, happening every week in city formed well before. fireworks displays with “consumer” checklist) attesting to the fact that any member that renews July 1 halls across the country. It’s a bro- 3)Developers are not required un- grade fireworks, formerly known as the governmental entity is in compli- through July 4 will be governed by ken record. The developer is much der the system to conduct third- class “C” fireworks. Under the TML ance with the outlined safety precau- the new fireworks coverage and pro- like the unsuspecting guest on Mr. party outreach. They’re focused Pool’s new policy, coverage for tions. Again, it should be understood cedures if they have a fireworks dis- Springer’s talk show. He is either on the legal path of the applica- public fireworks displays is no that coverage will not be extended play on July 4th. All other renewal oblivious to what is about to happen tion process. longer automatic. unless the conditions outlined in dates will be governed by the July 1, or intentionally indifferent. In either The common denominator The TML Pool now requires a these documents are met. 2002 policy edition that is part of the case, the stage is set for showcasing throughout is ineffective communi- satisfactorily completed and ac- It must also be noted that the current insurance contract until their conflict for full public view and con- cations that leads to a lack of infor- cepted Fireworks Application TML Pool liability policy still pro- renewal date during the 2008-2009 sumption. mation in the community. The legal Checklist and Fireworks Safety Af- vides no coverage for a fireworks fund year. If you have any questions, In order to prevent NIMBYism, process, which is the notice and fidavit to secure coverage for public display conducted by a contracted please don’t hesitate to contact the we need to understand how it begins. hearing system, simply undermines fireworks displays being conducted exhibitor or non-covered third party. TML Risk Management Pool, 800- Typically, when a property is pur- See NIMBYon Page 8 by governmental entities; regardless Furthermore, anytime a fireworks 624-9698. www.TML1.org 2-TENNESSEE TOWN & CITY/JUNE 18, 2008

ning for a new Bridgestone BY TML STAFF REPORTS Firestone technical center, which Scoville, Idaho. The report calls the would bring more than 600 engi- stockpile a national resource and CHATTANOOGA neering, science and technician jobs urges the department to reconsider If a natural disaster or terrorist attack to the city. Company officials an- its current plan to dispose of the hits Chattanooga, wiping out tele- nounced they have narrowed the list material. The report says radioiso- phone lines and disrupting satellite for the new center to Akron, OH., topes actinium-225 and bismuth- phones, amateur radio enthusiasts where the facility is currently lo- 213, produced from the uranium, will act as a lifeline among hospitals cated, and Murfreesboro. Jobs at the are widely used for cancer treat- and the local health department, center will pay $60,000 to $70,000 a ment and that Oak Ridge’s stock- public health officials said. Accord- year. Once a decision has been pile could be used to treat about ing to officials, a partnership be- made, construction on the center 6,000 patients annually. tween the Amateur Radio Emer- would begin in 2010, and the facility gency Service — also known as would open in 2011. Company offi- SEYMOUR “ham radio” — and area health fa- cials said they do not know when the Telesensors in Knoxville and Phe- cilities will ensure that hospitals and decision will be made, but the final notype Screening in Seymour are public health facilities will be able to recommendation must be approved receiving sponsorship from the talk to each other if typical lines of by the Board of Directors of Tennessee office of the Japan Ex- communication are damaged. The Bridgestone Americas and the ternal Trade Organization to ex- radio service is a national group of Bridgestone Corporation. hibit their products at the upcoming licensed amateur radio operators Japanese Analytical Instruments Boone Lake and several connecting streams located in the Johnson who volunteer their services in case NASHVILLE Manufacturers Association Show. City area are much cleaner these days thanks to the efforts of more of a disaster. Many hospitals have Metro Nashville will reduce its ve- The annual trade show is Septem- than 400 volunteers who collected 25.5 tons of trash during the ninth already bought ham radios using hicle fleet by 10 percent and make ber 3-5 at Makuhari Messe, Chiba, annual Boone Lake Cleanup held May 17. In addition, 1.5 tons of tires Homeland Security money and se- other changes to try to gain ground in Japan. with rims and approximately 1.5 tons of miscellaneous items such as curity grants and the Amateur Radio an ongoing battle against the high metal, wood and Styrofoam were collected. Emergency Service will help train price of gas. The elimination of 400 SMYRNA local volunteers to step in if an event vehicles should save the government A controversy between Smyrna like Hurricane Katrina happens. more than $1.4 million a year, ac- and the U.S. Army Corps of Engi- cording to the mayor’s office. Other neers over water drawn from J. COLUMBIA/MAURY strategies include: Reducing the Percy Priest Lake has ended. The COUNTY number of vehicles taken home by two recently agreed on how much BY TML STAFF REPORTS The duo will serve three-year terms City council members are consider- employees; Buying smaller, more the town must pay to draw water The Tennessee on the board. ing contributing $40,000 for a fuel-efficient vehicles, including from J. Percy Priest Lake — $2.35 Valley Authority downtown Bicentennial bell tower hybrids, when it’s time to replace old million — for the rights to perma- has named Mel- Susan Bunch, to ring in the 200th birthday of the ones; and requiring employees to nent storage space at the lake. That issa Morgan new assistant commis- city and county. A 50-foot bell tower turn off their engines rather than will allow the town to increase the general manager sioner of Teaching proposed by the county would be leaving them idling during brief amount of water it takes, from just for TVA Eco- and Learning for located near the Memorial Building stops. under 12 million gallons a day to up nomic Develop- the Tennessee De- on West 7th Street. The total cost is to 18.3 million gallons. The town ment Business Re- partment of Edu- estimated to be about $160,000. The NASHVILLE will also pay about $17,000 for sources in Nash- Morgan cation, will be re- bell, discovered under a pile of Nashville has submitted a bid to host annual operating and maintenance ville. Morgan will oversee TVA’s tiring at the end of rubble in 2006, rang each day at the the NCAA Women’s Final Four be- expenses. Mayor Bob Spivey esti- economic growth efforts in job cre- this month. Bunch Bunch county’s first public school, tween 2012 and 2016. The bid was mates that the settlement saved the ation and capital investment in the has worked in edu- Andrews School, from 1851-1962. turned in by the Ohio Valley Confer- taxpayers $750,000. In the 1960s, TVA service territory focusing on cation for more than 30 years and ence, based in suburban Brentwood, the Corps dammed the Stones the support of existing businesses whose supervision includes state- ETOWAH and the Nashville Sports Council. River to create the lake, which and industries, retail recruitment, wide curriculum standards, provi- The city swimming pool in Etowah The groups offered to hold the event serves as Smyrna’s source of drink- minority and women owned busi- sion of curriculum materials, profes- may stay closed this summer. City for one year between 2012 and 2016 ing water. nesses and business incubation. sional growth, and programs geared Manager Andy Hyatt said costly re- at the Sommet Center, also home of Morgan joined TVA in 2003 re- to serve at-risk and academically pairs needed at the 40-year-old facil- the NHL’s Nashville Predators. Lo- SPRINGFIELD cently serving as economic develop- gifted students. ity may force the city to have to wait cal officials said the NCAA ex- Tobacco and beef production will ment senior project manager coordi- to build a pool at the new community pected 13 bids, with the winner cho- be the focus of field day June 26 at nating TVA’s activities in Ken- Bettye “Sue”Teague has been center planned to open next year. sen in November. the University of Tennessee High- tucky. hired as Dyersburg’s new Human Two pool companies have refused to land Rim Research and Education Resources Director. Teague for- give the town a firm quote on repair KNOXVILLE Center. Bioenergy crops and fruit, David Scobey, merly of Bekaert Steel Wire Corp., costs for the existing pool at the The University of Tennessee is pro- vegetable and forage production who had a reputa- brings more than 20 years experi- corner of Sixth Street and Louisiana posing to cut three academic pro- will also be discussed. Tours will tion as the tough ence to the city. Avenue because of potential prob- grams to address a $21.1 million be conducted from 7:30 a.m. but fair vice mayor lems with aging pipes and filters. budget shortfall. More than $11 mil- through 1 p.m. with UT experts and of Nashville for The Senate has broken an impasse to Costs could range from $6,000 to lion will be cut from the Knoxville others on hand to explore topics nearly a quarter- confirm Bishop William Graves’ $10,000. Etowah isn’t the only city campus, which will include the related to tobacco production; in century, died May reappointment to the Tennessee struggling to offer a place to swim. phase-out or elimination of three particular, new plant protection 11 at Baptist Hos- Scobey Valley Authority board of directors. Even with swimmers paying a few programs: the Department of Audi- tools for tobacco. Producers will pital after a brief illness. He was 85. The board nomination had been held dollars in admission to take a dip, ology and Speech Pathology, the In- learn new uses of current plant pro- A charter member of the Metro up over concerns that the panel was many municipal recreation officials dustrial and Organizational Psy- tection materials and newly devel- Council, Scobey served as not bipartisan enough. The only say it’s impossible to make a profit. chology graduate program and a mi- oped insecticides. Producers will Nashville’s elected vice mayor from Democrat on the board retired last nor dance concentration. The cuts also have the opportunity to inter- 1971 until 1995 under four mayors. month after a nine-year term. MEMPHIS/SHELBY CO will require approval by the UT act with researchers and learn how In addition, Scobey was an SEC Thousands of Shelby County se- Board of Trustees. In addition, the they can integrate new technolo- football referee for 25 years . He was Mary Elizabeth Harber, Bells city niors will get relief from future tax Knoxville campus eliminated 44 gies into their own operations inducted into the Tennessee Second- recorder for 21 years, passed away increases under a plan formally unfilled faculty and staff positions. ary School Athletic Association’s June 1. signed by Mayor A.C. Wharton. Budgets at UT’s other campuses SPRING HILL Hall of Fame in 1994. Wharton greeted taxpayers at the have also experienced cutbacks. UT The deadline for GM factory work- Charles Tucker has been appointed Goodwill Seniors Center as he an- Chattanooga’s reduction reached ers to take a company-wide buyout Linda O’Neal, longtime executive as Whitwell’s new city manager. nounced the county will join other $2.6 million, UT Martin totaled $1.9 has passed, but neither union nor director of the Tennessee Commis- Tucker was previously city manager taxing entities in freezing tax rates at million and the UT Health Science GM officials will say how many sion on Children and Youth, has re- during the 1980’s and took over the 2008 levels for eligible Center $2.6 million. will do so at the Spring Hill plant. ceived the 2008 A.L. Carlisle Child position as interim city manager fol- homeowners. The news was wel- Workers there had until May 22 to Advocacy Award. The award, pre- lowing the resignation of Jim Troyer comed by older Shelby County resi- OAKRIDGE decide whether to break ties with sented by the Coalition for Juvenile in February. dents who say their pensions and Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s the company. GM spokesman Dan Justice in Washington, D.C., is in- social security checks don’t keep stockpile of uranium could be used Flores doesn’t expect the tended for those that have served as Gordon Bonnyman, executive di- pace with the soaring cost of gas, for research and medicine instead of automaker to release details until champions for young people. rector of the Tennessee Justice Cen- food, and healthcare. To be eligible being discarded, according to a re- mid June. Despite lacking specific O’Neal has served as director of the ter, was given the Economic Justice for the tax freeze, homeowners must port from the U.S. Department of numbers, GM announced last week Tennessee Commission on Children Award by the National Center for be 65 or older and have a total in- Energy’s inspector general. The that more than a quarter of its 74 and Youth for 20 years. Law and Economic Justice in New come of $32,590 a year or less. The majority of the department’s ura- thousand UAW workers will leave York. The organization cited freeze should cover about 60 percent nium-233, left over from U.S. the company by July 1 with the The Dyersburg City Board reap- Bonnyman’s efforts to secure and of residents in that age bracket. nuclear test programs that began six majority of the departing workers pointed David Taylor and Walt defend the TennCare health ben- decades ago, is being stored at Oak taking early retirement. Others ac- Bradshaw to the Tourism Eco- efits for hundreds of thousands of MURFREESBORO Ridge National Laboratory and cepted the lump sum buyout. nomic Development Commission. low-income Tennesseans through Murfreesboro remains in the run- Idaho National Laboratory in litigation and policy advocacy.”

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SUNDAY, JUNE 22 District 7 L7, CCC 12:30 – 1:30 pm NW / SW Hall Charles Rahm, Councilmember, Jackson Buffet Lunch 6:30 – 9:30 am Mud Island Park District 8 L12, CCC Keith McDonald, Mayor, Bartlett 2:15 – 3:15 pm Lobby Level 5K Walk / Run Concurrent Workshops L3, CCC Workshop 10 9:15 – 10 am 9:30 - 4:30 pm NW / SW Hall How to Overcome NIMBY (Not In My Back Yard) Opposition on Concurrent Workshops Ballroom Level Registration Ballroom Level, CCC Public Projects Workshop 2 Ballroom C, CCC Speaker: Patrick Slevin 9:30 - 4:30 pm NW / SW Hall Transportation Funding Exhibit Hall Open Speakers: Getting a project approved and completed Joyce Rose, Subcommittee on Highways & Transit Commit- can be an expensive undertaking, and 10 – 10:45 am NW / SW Hall tee on Transportation & Infrastructure, U.S. House NIMBYism only compounds the costs with First Vendor Workshop: Employee Benefit Specialists Staff, Tennessee Department of Transportation delays, concessions, and lawsuits. Most ID Theft, Data Breach, and the Law - Are You At Risk? elected officials have experienced the public Presenters: John Smyth & Jack Bufkin The Highway Trust Fund, financed by federal gasoline taxes and hearings or council meetings, where com- munity activists have packed the chambers redistributed to cities and towns through the states, is not Patrick Slevin New federal regulations have burst upon the scene regarding keeping up with demand; estimates indicate that it will fall $4.3 with angry citizens while members of the the protection of personal data in the workplace. Breaches can billion short of the authorized spending level in 2009. Providing media delight in writing the David vs. Goliath stories. This result in fines, civil lawsuits and class action lawsuits. Find out reliable, affordable transportation to all citizens requires careful workshop will offer city officials tips for overcoming commu- steps you can take to help mitigate the damages of this explosive planning and the active participation of local elected officials nity opposition through a proactive, consensus-building ap- problem. working cooperatively with all levels of government. This proach. workshop will provide important information on the status of 10:45 – Noon federal and state transportation dollars and any proposed Workshop 11 L7, CCC Jazz Brunch Music by Prime Cut changes to funds that flow to local governments. Disaster Training: Lessons learned from Jackson Speakers: Jerry Gist, Jackson Mayor 12 - 1:30 pm L2, Lobby Level Workshop 3 Ballroom D, CCC David Dockery, Union University President TCMA Lunch Meeting CCC Leadership Training for Elected Officials Jane Waldrop, TEMA West TN Regional Director Does Your Main Street Reflect Your Values? 12 – 1 pm NW / SW Hall Speaker: Gary Minor, 21st Century Leadership Institute The road to recovery from February’s trail of tornadoes has Second Vendor Workshop: Sensus Metering Systems been a long, hard one. For the Jackson-Madison County region, Presenter: Roger Brookshire, Manager Technical Sales Your city is a place to work, live, and visit. But do your it means rebuilding again for the third time in only five years constituents see the same values reflected in your city? This since the last devastating storm ripped through the area. Come Sensus has introduced a new commercial water meter to the session will explore the need to have a common vision for your hear firsthand accounts from the community’s leaders and the market, the OMNI meter, designed to enhance utility revenue city, and how to get that point across using stories and lessons they learned. while making operations more efficient. This presentation will examples to explain what is unique about your city or town. address how new measuring technology improves meter per- Workshop 12 L5, CCC formance and operations; the benefits of the new all-Electronic Workshop 4 Ballroom E, CCC Economic Vitality through Performance Measurement Register; and the versatility that this meter provides as related Urban Forestry & Tree City USA Speakers: Jonathan Walters, Senior Correspondent, to installation flexibility. Speakers: Patrick Haller, urban forester Governing Magazine & author, Measuring Up Bruce Webster, urban forester Charles Lee, board member, Tennessee Center for 1:15 – 2 pm NW / SW Hall State of Tennessee Division of Forestry Performance Excellence Third Vendor Workshop: Utility Service Co., Inc. Managing Potable Water Quality This session outlines the benefits and components of a munici- Performance measurement can be a powerful tool for local Presenter: Randy Moore, Vice Pres. Market Development pal urban forestry program and how it transcends public governments and the citizens they serve. Through an evalua- works, parks and utilities departments. Features include: start- tion process, governments learn how to determine their Water quality begins to degrade immediately once it enters the ing a program in your community; roles of staff and tree boards; strengths and weaknesses, target resources, make their opera- distribution system and begins to age within the storage identification of community stakeholders; technical assistance; tions more efficient, and implement strategic plans that in the facilities. This presentation will review recent AWWA-RF data and best management plans. end help improve the overall quality of life in the community. on mixing, or lack thereof, within water storage tanks and 3:30 – 4:30 pm discuss water quality management options. Workshop 5 Lobby Level, L7 Concurrent Workshops Lobby Level ADA Legal Issues in the Right-of-Way Workshop 13 L3, CCC 1:45 - 3:15 pm L7, Lobby Level Speaker: Mark Macy, Nashville Asst. Public Works Dir. Workshop 1 Open Records & the Role of the Open Records Counsel New Fuel Purchasing Program Speaker: Elisha Hodge, Open Records Specialist, This session will discuss Nashville’s $22 million lesson learned Tennessee Office of Open Records Counsel Speaker: TML Staff in U.S. District Court; its settlement with the Department of Justice; and Metro’s Right-of-way Transition Plan. The work- During the 2008 legislative session, the Tennessee General As fuel costs approach the $4 mark, state lawmakers set into shop will also provide information on how to create accessible Assembly approved changes to the state’s Open Records law place a program allowing local governments to better manage streets. and created by statute the Office of Open Records Counsel. their fleets. Similar to what is offered in the private sector, this This workshop will focus on the changes in the law and the role program has the potential to help cities better manage fuel 10:15 – 11 am of the new Open Records specialist. costs and provide greater budget certainty. This workshop will Concurrent Workshops Ballroom Level provide details on the new legislation and will discuss the Workshop 6 Ballroom C, CCC Workshop 14 results of staff research. Growth Management Panel Collective Bargaining L7, CCC Moderator: Mike Tallent, MTAS Interim Director Speakers: David Denholm, Public Service Research Foundation 3:30 – 5 pm South Hall, Panelists: Rick Emmett, Urban Growth Manager, Knoxville Tom Beehan, Oak Ridge Mayor Opening General Session Dan Hawk, Community Development Administrator Paul Boyer, Columbia City Manager Presiding: Tommy Green, Alamo Mayor, TML President Tenn. Dept. of Economic Development Presentations of Colors: Memphis Fire Department Bridget Jones, Executive Director, Cumberland Region Congress is considering legislation that would force municipali- National Anthem: The Memphis Peace Makers Tomorrow ties to enter into collective bargaining arrangements with public Welcome: Memphis Mayor Willie Herenton Patrick Slevin, Principle, Slevin Public Relations safety employees. This workshop will feature an update on the Awards:TCMA Excellence in Governance Award federal legislation, as well as provide firsthand information from TCAPWA Murphy Snoderly Award How does a city know when it’s time to grow? Is there such a city officials that have worked in cities where they were Keynote Speaker: Carol Coletta thing as bad growth? Is it possible for a city to continue to required to bargain with unions. CityVitals: The Formula for Success protect and promote a community’s quality of life and maintain City leaders seeking success in the new a healthy and divergent economy and tax base following enact- Workshop 15 L5, CCC economy should stop paying attention ment of PC 1101 and the designation of urban growth bound- Development through Private-Public Partnerships to ubiquitous city rankings and start fo- aries, the imposition and threat of legislation imposing additional Speakers: Tim Bolding, Director, United Housing cusing their attentions on four dimen- limitations on annexations, and the emergence of citizens Ralph Perrey, Fannie Mae sions of success: talent, innovation, con- groups organizing to oppose any growth? This panel presenta- nections, and distinctiveness. Carol tion will address some of the key issues that cities are grappling Community partners can be priceless to a city’s re-develop- Coletta will discuss how cities need to Carol Coletta with when planning for future growth. ment project, helping to turn blight and decay into thriving develop their own unique formula that neighborhoods that spur new development. This workshop addresses these four dimensions of success. By assessing their Workshop 7 Ballroom D, CCC will focus on various programs that are available to cities for city’s performance on each of these dimensions, cities can plot Leadership Training for Professional Staff housing and development projects. Is City Employment a Job or is it an Adventure? strategies to build on strengths and offset weaknesses. Speaker: Gary Minor, 21st Century Leadership Institute Workshop 16 L13 -14, CCC Kirkwood City Council Shooting 6 – 8 pm As the workforce changes so does city employment. The Speaker: John Hessel, City Attorney Host City Reception at the FedEx Forum younger workforce is not looking for a safe job until retire- Buses to depart for the Forum from Main and Exchange Street. ment; they are looking for adventure and educational experi- John Hessel provides a riveting account of Buses will run continuously from 5:45 – 8:15 p.m. Trolleys will ences. Are you coping effectively with the next generation of the events leading up to and the attack run every 15 minutes. employees? This session will explore the changing face of inside the City Council Chambers in employment and share strategies for improving productivity Kirkwood, Missouri. In February, a gunman and effectiveness on the job. MONDAY, JUNE 23 killed two police officers, two council mem- bers and the public works director, and John Hessel Workshop 8 Ballroom E, CCC seriously injured the the mayor. 7:30 – 8:15 am Grand Lobby Foyer Media Relations Continental Breakfast CCC Speaker: Jonathan Walters, Senior Correspondent, 6:30 – 11 pm Ballroom CDE Governing Magazine TML Risk Management Ballroom Level 8 am - 5 pm Lobby Level, L13 Too many public officials regularly struggle when it comes to Pool Party TMAA Meeting CCC dealing with the media. This session will be a primer on some TUESDAY, JUNE 24 simple tactics that public officials can employ to make their 8:30 – 9 am Lobby Level interaction with reporters more positive. District Meetings 8 – 11 am South Hall, Lower Level District 1 L3 , CCC Second General Session Jane Myron , Vice Mayor, Johnson City Workshop 9 Lobby Level, L7 Awards Breakfast District 2 L4, CCC Current Stormwater Developments in Tennessee Presiding: Tom Beehan, Oak Ridge Mayor Kay Senter, Vice Mayor, Morristown Speaker: John Chlarson TML First Vice President District 3 L5, CCC MTAS Public Works Consultant TML Achievement Awards Linda Bennett, Council Chair, Chattanooga Keynote Speaker: Abraham Lincoln District 4 L6, CCC This stormwater presentation covers the latest developments Tommy Pedigo, Mayor, Sparta Annual Awards concerning the new permit annual reporting, erosion preven- District 5 L10, CCC Stand by Your Spouse Award tion and sediment control, inspector certification, post con- Ken Wilber, Mayor, Portland City Manager of the Year struction stormwater controls, new best management prac- District 6 L11, CCC Mayor of the Year tices, and qualified local programs. Ed Craig, City Manager, Shelbyville Installation of 2008-2009 TML Board of Directors www.TML1.org 4-TENNESSEE TOWN & CITY/JUNE 18, 2008 TML presents the annual 2008 Achievement Awards Jonesborough: Excellence in Governance Developing a successful city the leadership of Mayor Tobie takes initiative and organization, Bledsoe and Administrator Bob knowledge and communication, te- Browning, the situation was finally nacity and vision, and most of all solved in 2005. Developing a key outstanding leadership. partnership with the Corps of Engi- Jonesborough has proven it has neers and the Farmers’ Home Ad- all the right elements thanks to its ministration, “flood reduction” in- outstanding leadership and adminis- frastructure was developed alleviat- trative team who have helped shape ing the problem. a progressive future for the city, Jonesborough also tackled a dif- while retaining the town’s historical ficult water delivery problem by in- identity. stalling a new water intake system, Under Jonesborough’s excep- replacing key high-volume lines and tional leadership, a significant infra- constructing a three million gallon structure crisis has been resolved, water reservoir. key partnerships developed, rev- “The town’s mayor has a unique enue increased, and millions of dol- ability to communicate with every lars of infrastructure improvements type of resident and business owner, The town of Jonesborough sponsors a summer “Music on the Square” program which provides live music completed, which is extraordinary and to facilitate community interac- on the streets each Friday through October. The event attracts nearly 1,000 attendees each week. for a community with a population of tions that pull people together to less than 5,000. accomplish difficult goals,” said Pat Official’s Academy. within the arts community garnered And, Jonesborough’s new water In honor of this continued suc- Hardy, MTAS Municipal Manage- As one of the second communi- a major infrastructure grant from the park continues to be successful, with cess and the impressive leadership ment Consultant. ties in the nation to be designated a Preserve America Foundation to- the facility completely paying for of Jonesborough, TML will present “When an excellent mayor “Preserve America Community” by ward a “master interpretation plan” itself including debt service and the town with the Excellence in Gov- works with a quality board of alder- the White House, the town sponsors in order to build on and further de- $100,000 more in revenues than ex- ernance Award. men, coupled with a top-notch ad- the annual “Jonesborough Days” velop the town’s historic storytelling penses. In 2006, Jonesborough pre- ministrative team, their accomplish- festival, a 3-day event attracting traditions. Jonesborough officials have vented a major flood that would have ments demonstrate what great lead- more than 50,000 attendees annually During the summer, the town demonstrated that a community can resulted in significant damage to ership can accomplish.” and designated as one of the top 25 sponsors “Music on the Square” shape the world through actions, businesses and residents. For gen- A majority of Jonesborough’s events in the Southeast United which provides live music in the leadership and commitment accom- erations, the community had been elected officials have completed at States. streets each Friday through October plishing almost anything. unable to fix this problem, but under least one level of the MTAS Elected Other key partnerships formed attracting nearly 1,000 people a day. Johnson City Garners TML’s first Green City Leadership Award and award win- As an outstanding role model in to dispose of waste items properly at ning programs, environmental and energy conserva- central locations. The city also en- awarded tion, the long term success and com- joys significant savings by growing “Project of the mitment of Johnson City is extraor- their own plants and shrubbery in the Year” by the En- dinary and will be recognized with municipal greenhouse, while the vironmental Pro- TML’s Green City Leadership preservation and development of the tection Agency Award. natural environments within the and earning the Beginning as early as 1990, city’s park system has been super- Governor’s En- Johnson City began their quest for a vised for 15 years by the Johnson vironmental cleaner environment, implementing City Park Naturalist. The commu- Stewardship a first in the state curbside recycling nity has been a proud Tree City USA Award for their program. Coupled with a yard-waste designee for the past eight years. “Gas to Energy” recycling service, Johnson City di- As the first city in Northeast partnership pro- verted 21,535 tons of waste from Tennessee to convert its fleet to gram which re- their municipal landfill this year biodiesel, Johnson City is also add- moves 8,344 tons alone. The landfill, Iris Glen, has ing more hybrids to their city fleet, in of methane gas been an environmentally sound addition to the four they already own and 20,617 tons model for 15 years, in both construc- and electric buses are utilized for its of carbon diox- tion and technology. public transportation program. ide from the en- As part of an aggressive plan to Having recently contracted for vironment each reduce municipal energy consump- an energy audit, Johnson City staff year. tion, the city organized an Energy also does its part to contribute to the Hoping to Committee made up of representa- energy savings by turning off unused further their tives from nearly every municipal lights, opening or closing blinds in quest for alterna- department as well as the “Green the winter and summer, using energy tive energy re- Team” a diverse group of volunteer saving light bulbs, carpooling, and sources, the city city employees. eliminating unnecessary vehicle Johnson City recently constructed a green house allowing the city to grow its own plants is currently Citizens are enjoying the conve- idling. at a signficant savings. The project also encourages planting thoughout the city. studying the use nience of the e-waste recycling pro- All of these things add up to a Green cities are the future of the For more than 15 years, Johnson of wind power to generate electricity gram and the Household Waste and genuine “green city,” a designation nation which places Johnson City City has been at the forefront of for municipal facilities. Spring Cleanup days that allow them Johnson City can be proud of. well ahead of the pack in Tennessee. numerous environmental services Norris: Excellence in Planning and Community Visioning Norris seized the opportunity Acknowledging the concerns for a fresh beginning thanks to the and ideas of its citizens, the city’s forethought, and planning of its mission and vision statement were leaders and community involvement crafted utilizing data gathered from during a time of significant up- a citizen’s survey, and then strate- heaval. gies relating to the community’s The loss of institutional knowl- overall vision and goals were devel- edge and hectic pace following the oped retirements of the town’s long-time In recognition of the city’s ini- city manager and city recorder could tiative and dedication to success, have been disastrous, instead, the Norris will be recognized with the mayor and city council got busy so- TML Excellence in Planning and liciting input from the community, Community Visioning Award. pinpointing the big issues and craft- Armed with a plan of action and ing important goals and strategies strategic goals, Norris is on track for for the future of the city a fine future.

Winchester’s Downtown Revitalization Plan was built on transforming a nine-block area into a regional, commerce, and cultural destination. Winchester: Excellence in Downtown Revitalization Seven years ago, Winchester City being awarded Phase I and labor brought a park and embarked upon a strategic journey Phase II TDOT enhancement grants. amphitheatre to the area among to transform their downtown area Then, last year Winchester was se- other improvements. New anti- into a thriving center of commerce lected as one of six cities in the state crime strategies, updated street and and culture, alive with new busi- to receive the Courthouse Revital- sidewalk ordinances, campaigns to nesses and jobs, goods and services, ization Pilot Program where the city promote downtown living, and spe- protected property values and en- will receive all the state sales tax cial events coordinated to increase richment for the city, Franklin revenues within a nine-block area of retail traffic were among the new County and surrounding communi- downtown.” initiatives the city developed to en- ties. The result is an aesthetically The plan’s mission, to transform sure the project’s success. pleasing, pedestrian friendly down- this nine-block area into a regional Currently, the county govern- town featuring loft apartments, en- commerce and cultural destination, ment is working with the city to tertainment, recreation, shopping, was built on facilitating local, relocate the court system to a new Following the retirements of two key personnel, Norris administrators an amphitheatre, grocery stores, and county, regional and national re- location near the county jail to free initiated new goals for the city. fine restaurants. source relationships and became the up additional parking in the business In celebration of their success focus of the entire community, par- district. And partnerships have been and continuing commitment, TML ticularly Winchester’s Downtown formed with entities such as the local TML Achievement Awards is presenting Winchester with the Revitalization Committee, a volun- media, the Tennessee Department of Excellence in Downtown Revital- teer, diversified group representing Tourist Development, the Univer- will be presented during the Annual ization Award. different segments of the downtown. sity of Tennessee Extension Service “The revitalization of the Win- The group met regularly, assess- and others to promote development. Conference on Tuesday, June 24 chester downtown area has been the ing the physical, social and financial With a downtown to be proud dream for many merchants and citi- aspects of the area. The project cap- of, Winchester invites visitors and at 8:30 am in South Hall of the Cook zens for more than 30 years,” said tured the hearts of nearly every sec- locals alike to take a walk in the Mayor Harrell. “Within the last few tor of the local civic and business newly revitalized district and enjoy Convention Center in Memphis. years, a renewed interest and focus community, whose generous dona- the finest of southern hospitality. on the downtown area resulted in the tions of materials, land, time and 5-TENNESSEE TOWN & CITY/JUNE 18, 2008 www.TML1.org Kimball: Excellence in surance Services Office (ISO) rating Fire Safety from a class 7 to class 5, saving the Hard work, dedication, commit- community $311,169 a year in insur- ment, these attributes comprise the ance costs. This is very significant very core of the Kimball Fire Depart- since the annual fire department ment, volunteers who are serious budget is only $190,000. about continuously improving fire At the fire hall, this group of 22 protection services in their commu- men and four women donate hun- nity. For developing and tackling a dreds of hours on “stand by” time in strategic plan for improvement with the event of an emergency, and for impressive results and volunteering several years has assisted other hundreds of volunteer hours to fire county fire departments, answering safety within the community and approximately 18-20 structure fires beyond, TML will present the city of annually. Kimball and the KFD with the Ex- With a proactive stance con- cellence in Fire Safety Award. cerning fire prevention, the KFD On November 14, 2007, the participate in community events, town was hit by a devastating tor- providing information and distribut- nado wiping out several homes and ing fire prevention materials to citi- destroying a nearby church. The zens. KFD could have been overwhelmed The department recently pur- assisting citizens and taking care of chased air packs, hose, and other the town’s needs, yet the necessary equipment to meet na- department’s constant quest for tional standards after obtaining their training and improvement allowed first Assistance to Firefighters Grant them to operate smoothly and effi- from FEMA in the amount of ciently during the disaster. $75,277. Already a great department, the The KFD are thrilled to have The Kimball Volunteer Fire Department is comprised of 20 firefighters and six support personnel. The KFD, with proud support and assis- more time to devote to professional department is noted as progressive for its size and outstanding for its committment to the community. tance by the city, have dedicated training with the rehiring of two re- themselves to meeting additional tired municipal employees who will challenges, utilizing a comprehen- assist them with maintenance work Englewood: sive plan developed by the Munici- and record keeping. pal Technical Advisory Service. The citizens of Kimball can rest Excellence in Financial Management Their efforts have paid off in several safer in the hands of the Kimball Fire areas, resulting in an improved In- Department. Jasper: Excellence in Community Policing

Englewood, established in 1870, was originally known as Tellico Junction. The town’s governing body has an impressive record of managing municipal finances and providing continuous improvments. Managing municipal finances With an increase in revenue and de- 30-45 percent premium reduction can be one of the most challenging crease in expenditures, in time, rev- for citizens. aspects of local government, yet enues begin to grow due to increas- Town employees now have a Englewood has an impressive ing property values, business activ- retirement plan and new personnel record of success achieving a 156 ity, and strong revenue collections. policies and the new municipal percent budget turnaround in 2007 The town has also focused on webpage will soon offer a conve- without raising property taxes. The constructive improvements, adding nient electronic payment feature. dramatic improvement is the result two new police cars, a fire truck, Most importantly, the town’s gen- of four-year strategy employed by wastewater plant renovations, and eral ledger and accounts receivable local officials to modernize and pro- improving the inflow and infiltration have been in balance for the last fessionalize the town’s operations of the sewer lines. Englewood is two years. and workforce, setting municipal currently in the process of applying Improvements for the commu- policies and responding to important Pictured left to right: Officer Doug Henderson, Chief Tim Graham, Mayor for an improvement grant for town nity coupled with excellent finan- issues efficiently. Billy Simpson, and Lt. Billy Mason represent the stellar Jasper Police projects and the community’s fire cial management opens the door For assuming an active role in Department. insurance rating has been reduced to for continuing progress in the future of their community, a class 4 from a class 7 resulting in a Englewood. For a small force, the eight- to protect and serve, TML is proud Englewood will be recognized with member Jasper Police Department to present the Jasper Police Depart- a TML Excellence in Financial Man- packs a powerful punch having es- ment with the Excellence in Com- agement Award. tablished tremendous respect and munity Policing Award. Dramatic results often require positive relations within their com- “The officers at the Jasper Po- dramatic actions. That was the case munity. lice Department genuinely care in Englewood where the town’s ex- With 131 combined years of about people and go above and be- penses exceeded its revenues by service and experience in every area yond their duties both on and off $167,429 in 2003. At that time, the from accident reconstruction to duty to care for those citizens who city functioned with a commission child and sex crimes, this diverse are less fortunate or have been form of government, placing com- group of law officers strive daily to placed in difficult situations,” said missioners directly in charge of de- provide the highest level of profes- Warren Nevad, MTAS Municipal partments regardless of qualifica- sionalism and quality of community Management Consultant. “There tions or experience. service through training and con- are several officers that take their In an effort to streamline and tinuing education, volunteerism and personal time to actively participate modernize the town’s management applying for and receiving grants to in events such as Christmas for Kids processes, and facilitate a compre- keep the cost of programs and equip- and Relay for Life benefiting the hensive plan for the future, ment at a minimum. American Cancer Society.” Englewood’s governing body For their continued involve- The Jasper Police Department adopted a council/manager form of ment with the city and genuine con- is to be commended for building government, hiring a city manager. cern about the lives they’ve pledged community relationships built upon trust and unparalleled ethics. Ripley: Excellence in Economic Development Two seperate grants from the Tennessee Department of Transporta- The new University of Tennes- tion Aeronautics Division has made security fencing a reality at the see at Martin Ripley Center housed Mark Anton Municipal Airport in Dayton. within a $2.5 million renovated shopping center, is just the begin- ning for Ripley, a community fully Dayton: Small City Progress committed to continuing economic development. For a small city, big things are $2.8 million. There was also a mu- The city has embarked upon an happening in Dayton. The city ad- nicipal purchase of an additional 50 ambitious plan to renovate the entire ministration has taken tremendous acres of land for the Industrial Park downtown area, repairing and re- strides to improve its service deliv- at a cost of $625,000. placing streets, sidewalks and utili- ery in Parks & Recreation, Utilities, On the economical front, Day- ties, adding median landscaping and Economic & Community Develop- ton recruited a new Lowe’s store and improving the facades of buildings. ment, and Airport Operations by Walgreens will be a new neighbor as For this substantial investment obtaining grants and investing mon- well. Two separate grants from the toward the city’s economic success, ies into the community thereby bet- Tennessee Department of Transpor- Ripley will be recognized with the tering the lives of its citizens. tation Aeronautics Division has TML Excellence in Economic De- Dayton’s dedication and com- made security fencing a reality at the velopment Award. mitment toward economic and com- Mark Anton Municipal Airport and As one of six pilot Courthouse munity progress will be recognized the city is proud to have a full-time Square Revitalization Zone projects by TML with the Small City recreation director to oversee activi- in the state, the long term financing Progress Award. ties in Dayton’s city parks. for the Ripley Downtown renova- Among the most recent Citizens are enjoying their six tions will be paid from proceeds of projects, Dayton successfully par- new tennis courts at the Delaware the sales and use tax generated in the ticipated in a $1.7 million sewer line Avenue Recreation Complex and Zone. extension project to the Rhea the new siding on the concession A TDOT grant of $852,000 County High School and Frazier stand and press box at the Jim Barnes along with a $6 millon investment Ripley plans a complete Downtown renovation around the new UT school systems in Rhea County. Youth Complex is impressive. from the city will finance the project Martin Ripley Center, a boost to their economic development. The city is also working on add- With commitment to commu- with construction to begin in August creation of jobs, shopping, educa- significantly improve the quality of ing a new electric substation to bet- nity progress and quality of services, or September. tion and entertainment in addition life of Ripley’s citizens for genera- ter serve the existing customers in Dayton stands out as a giant among A thriving downtown area, the to the UTM Ripley Center, should tions. Dayton’s Industrial Park at a cost of cities. www.TML1.org 6-TENNESSEE TOWN & CITY/JUNE 18, 2008 7-TENNESSEE TOWN & CITY/JUNE 18, 2008 www.TML1.org Tennessee Municipal League 2007-2008 Officers and Directors NLC to help expand Nashville high school options PRESIDENT Tommy Green said Mayor Dean. “It means we will Mayor, Alamo BY ANDREW MOORE those at risk of dropping out and VICE PRESIDENTS and MARJORIE COHEN those who may already be out of be taking a positive step toward Tom Beehan Nation’s Cities Weekly school. meeting more of our students’ Mayor, Oak Ridge needs.” Royce Davenport Nashville Mayor Karl Dean her- Mayor, McMinnville Striving to help cities reduce alded his city’s selection in the May Partnerships in each city in- Dale Kelley dropout rates and improve students’ 13 “State of Metro” address. volve municipal leaders, school dis- TENNESSEE Mayor, Huntingdon tricts, community-based and inter- DIRECTORS educational outcomes, NLC’s Insti- “Education is my top priority,” Alan Barker tute for Youth, Education, and Fami- said Mayor Dean. “It’s the top prior- mediary organizations, post-sec- FESTIVALS Mayor, Humboldt lies (YEF Institute), along with its ity for the Metro Council. It’s the ondary institutions and funders, Linda Bennett partners in the Alternative High governor’s top priority. We have a along with the AHSI network orga- July 3 -July 6: Libertyfest Councilmember, Chattanooga (District 3) Lawrenceburg. includes kids activi- Ed Craig School Initiative (AHSI) network, community — from nonprofits, to nizations. City Manager, Shelbyville (District 6) has selected the cities of Nashville, the business sector, to the many uni- The AHSI Place-Based Partner- ties; inflatable toys; water slide; con- Jean Davis and Newark, N.J., to receive techni- versities that call Nashville home — ship technical assistance initiative tests; fireworks display; baseball Vice Mayor, Cookeville builds directly on the YEF Institute’s game; music; and food. For more Karl Dean cal assistance in developing options ready to step up and make our Mayor, Metro Nashville and alternatives for students who schools a model of innovation and prior work identifying the policy information, contact Anne Morrow Johnny Dodd, struggle in traditional high school reform. Because of that community conditions needed for large-scale at 931-762-7617. Councilman , Jackson settings. The technical assistance ini- support, Nashville has been selected success of alternatives. Through the Eddy Ford, July 4: Franklin on the Fourth Mayor, Farragut tiative is supported by the Bill & to partner with the National League AHSI project, the YEF Institute will David Gordon, Melinda Gates Foundation. of Cities’ Institute for Youth, Educa- help these cities adapt AHSI models, Historic Downtown Franklin. In its Mayor, Covington Through a highly competitive tion and Families and a consortium facilitate and support the develop- 12th year, the July 4th celebration Bill Haslam includes: kids area, fireworks, food, Mayor, Knoxville process, Nashville and Newark were of youth development organizations ment of strong local partnerships, W.W. Herenton selected to join Indianapolis in a to bring a network of high school and identify opportunities for and crafters, and static displays. Mayor, Memphis leading edge cohort of cities that are alternatives to our school system.” barriers to the expansion of high Ron Littlefield school alternatives created by state, July 4: McLemoresville July 4th Mayor, Chattanooga launching “place-based partner- “This process will allow local Keith McDonald (District 8) ships” with the AHSI network to government and metro schools to federal and school district policies. Celebration Mayor, Bartlett work in cooperation with commu- The YEF Institute will also cre- Main Street. Parade, food, street Mitch Moore establish several new innovation- model high schools. The YEF Insti- nity groups to develop creative ate tools and document processes for dance, fireworks, children’s games, City Manager, Athens (TCMA) yard sales, and various activities all Jane Myron, tute will work intensively to bring learning environments that allow addressing the dropout crisis Vice Mayor, Johnson City (District 1) high-quality alternative school mod- students to succeed,” said Nashville through the development of multiple day. For more information, call City Tommy Pedigo pathways to graduation. As these Hall at 731-986-9440. Mayor, Sparta (District 4) els, such as those of The Big Picture Vice Mayor Diane Neighbors, im- Johnny Piper Company, Gateway to College, mediate past chair of NLC’s Human three project cities become learning Mayor, Clarksville YouthBuild USA, Diploma Plus, Development Committee. “It has laboratories closely observed by the July 5: Rockin’ the Docks John Proffitt Communities in Schools, the Na- taken a lot of work by a lot of part- education field, the institute will Lenoir City. Live bands, food, fire- Mayor, Athens works, and children’s play area, on Charles Rahm tional Association of Street Schools ners to get to this point and we look draw lessons for other cities across Councilmember, Jackson (District 7) and other AHSI network members, forward to the coming year.” the nation seeking to reduce high Fort Loudoun Lake. For more infor- Charles “Bones” Seivers to Indianapolis, Nashville and New- Nashville recently launched a school dropout rates. mation, contact: Lenoir City Parks & President-CEO, Tennessee Municipal Bond Fund To learn more about city efforts Recreation 865-986-1223 or visit Kay Senter ark. Big Picture school that emphasizes Vice Mayor, Morristown (District 2) By adding new schools or sig- project-based learning, and plans to to expand alternatives for high www.lenoircitygov.com. Ron Washington add several other high schools over school, visit www.nlc.org/iyef to Councilmember, Murfreesboro nificantly overhauling existing th schools, all three cities seek to the next two to three years. download the YEF Institute’s Set- July 26: 200 Birthday of Colum- Ken Wilber bia Celebration Mayor, Portland ( District 5) achieve the scale and breadth of op- “This partnership will bring ad- ting the Stage report, which outlines ditional smaller learning communi- leadership keys for municipal lead- Downtown Columbia Public Square PAST PRESIDENTS tions necessary to help each student prepare for college and career suc- ties to our district, like the Big Pic- ers, or contact Marjorie Cohen at from 3-9 p.m. Free. A fun-filled day Tommy Bragg (2006) Mayor, Murfreesboro cess, including struggling students, ture School that started this year,” (202) 626-3052 or [email protected]. filled with doses of Columbia his- Bob Kirk (2004) Alderman, Dyersburg tory. Stroll the public square where Tom Rowland (2002) Mayor, Cleveland Sam Tharpe (2001) Vice Mayor, Paris each quadrant features 50-year era Dan Speer (1997) Mayor, Pulaski TMBF Board of Directors to meet June 21 in Memphis displays of the city’s bicentennial including a Civil War encampment, TML AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS Notice is hereby given that the Board of Directors of the Tennessee Municipal Bond Fund will meet in regular public (Ex-Officio Directors) antique cars, motorcycles and trac- Tennessee Municipal Attorneys Assn. session on Saturday, June 21, 2008, at 11 a.m., at the Memphis Marriott in the Nashville Ballroom for the purpose tors, living history re-enactors, cul- Barbara Lapides, Millington of considering and transacting all business which may properly come before said board. Some members of the Board tural exhibits, period clothing, pe- Tennessee Municipal Judges Conference of Directors may participate in such meeting by telephonic means, which will be audible to any member of the public riod dances and music. Enjoy a spec- Ewing Sellers, Murfreesboro attending such meeting. Tennessee Chapter, American Public Works tacular fireworks display, live enter- Richard Whaley, Maryville If reasonably possible, an agenda will be available on Thursday, June 19, 2008, at the offices of the Tennessee tainment by local musicians, food, Tennessee Government Finance Officers Municipal Bond Fund, 226 Capitol Boulevard, Suite 502, Nashville, Tennessee. Additional information concerning antiques and fine arts & crafts. John Troyer, Knoxville the above may be obtained from Tiffany Graham, at 615-255-1561. Tenn. Assn. of Housing & Redevel. Auth. Marilyn Medley, Morristown Tennessee Building Officials Assn. Jim Brown, Bartlett Tennessee Fire Chiefs Assn. Richard Martin, Lenoir City Tennessee Assn. of Air Carrier Airports Larry Cox, Memphis Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police Kim Wallace, Dover Tennessee Water Quality Management Assn. Jack Graham, Maryville Tennessee Recreation and Parks Assn. Dennis Suiter, Martin Tennessee Chapter, American Planning Assn. Steven Neilson, Brentwood Tennesseee Personnel Management Assn. Vicki Burton, Jackson Tenn. Assn. of Municipal Clerks & Recorders Connie Kittrell, Gallatin Tennessee Assn. of Public Purchasing Susan White, Jackson TN Section, Institute of Transportation Engineers Greg Judy, Nashville Tennessee Public Transportation Association Tom Dugan, Chattanooga Tennessee Fire Safety Inspectors Tommy White, Sevierville Assn. of Independent and Municipal Schools Wayne Miller, LenoirCity Rain or shine,

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Associate’s degree More enlightened developers should be the developer who facili- Memphis, June 21-24. At my work- charge to TML members. Send advertising in Fire Science preferred, with a minimum understand that proactive communi- tates citizen participation. There- shop, How to Overcome NIMBYism, to: TT&C Classified Ads, Mona Lawrence, of three years’ experience as a Captain. cations and education minimizes fore, the city instituted the “Good you will learn the secrets to neutral- 226 Capitol Blvd. Suite 710, Nashville TN Must have State of Tennessee or National izing NIMBYism and what a city 37219; e-mail: mlawrence@ TML1.org; or certification as a Firefighter II, Fire Instruc- NIMBYism. They have seen how Neighbor Citizen Participation fax: 615-255 4752. tor, Fire Officer I and II. Must possess a public outreach leads to productive Plan,” which is required by the city’s can do to strike a balance between minimum of medical First Responder’s cer- dialogue, cooperation, inexpensive Zoning and Subdivision ordinances. new development and status quo in- ACCOUNTANT tification from a Department of Public concessions, and most importantly, The purpose of the Good Neigh- terests. BRENTWOOD. The city is accepting ap- Health. Generous benefit package; salary is community goodwill. Unfortu- bor Plan “is to ensure that both de- Patrick Slevin is a public rela- $61,000.00. EOE/M/F/V/D. Minorities are plications for a newly created position of nately, 95 percent of the big develop- velopers and citizens have adequate tions consultant and speaker pre- Accountant in the Finance Department. encouraged to apply. Job description on city This position will be responsible for gov- web site: www.cityofjackson.net. Contact ers out there are still focused on opportunities early in the planning senting over 12 years of experience ernmental accounting duties including: the City of Jackson, Personnel Department, retaining a lawyer who is connected process to discuss, understand, and in winning high profile, controver- preparation of financial statements and re- 127 E. Main Street, Suite 303, Jackson, TN at city hall. This old practice is still try to resolve neighborhood issues sial public campaigns. Slevin, a lated schedules; expense disbursement and 38301: phone 731- 425-8252: Fax: 731- the norm. related to perceived impacts of the former mayor of Safety Harbor, revenue receipts. Bachelors Degree in ac- 425-8673. I believed as a former mayor and proposed project.” (Good Neighbor Fla., is founder of the Slevin Group, counting, finance or related field required; a public relations/public affairs CPA designation preferred. A minimum of DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING now a consultant that it’s the Guideline & Resource Handbook). 3 years accounting and/or auditing experi- CROSSVILLE .The City of Crossville is developer’s responsibility to inform According to the city’s ordi- firm headquartered in Tallahassee. ence required with governmental account- accepting applications for the position of the community. Cities do not have nance, the developer must prepare a ing experience preferred. Starting salary Director of Engineering through the Ten- the resources to educate citizens. I written citizen participation plan, TML Board to Meet range is $46K - $53K depending on qualifi- nessee River Valley Career Center located at often tell city officials to take more which is reviewed by a project plan- 60 Ridley St. This position requires a degree cations plus excellent benefits. Interested Notice is hereby given that the qualified candidates should send cover let- in Civil Engineering or related field with 4 control over the process. If they like ner at the city, he implements the ter, resume and salary history by July 1 to: to 5 years of experience. This is a full time a project and feel it will certainly add plan and then he must file a report on Board of Directors of the Tennes- Human Resources, City of Brentwood, P. position with benefits, which include to the character of the community, what happened. The application see Municipal League will meet in O. Box 788, Brentwood, TN 37024-0788 health, life, dental, disability, vacation and then they should strongly encourage cannot be filed without the citizen regular public session on Saturday, sick leave. A complete job description is the applicant to meet with commu- participation report. June 21, 2008, at 3:00 p.m. at the CHIEF PLANNER available upon request. Salary range is a nity leaders and discuss the merits of In short, the city mandates and Memphis Marriott in the Nashville COLLIERVILLE. The town is seeking ap- minimum of $53, 931.00 to a maximum of Ballroom for the purpose of consid- plications for the position of chief planner. $80,896.000, DOE. EOE. the project. directs developers in managing However, this is not enough in community outreach. The program ering and transacting all business This position performs responsible, com- that may properly come before said plex professional work in a variety of cur- MUNICIPAL POLICE CHIEF most cases. The developer will make is somewhat controversial and not rent and long range planning studies. It ERWIN. The town is accepting qualified a token effort and once again look to for every municipality, but it has board. If reasonably possible, an agenda will be available on Thurs- requires a Bachelors degree in planning, applications for the position of Municipal the legal requirements. This is where successfully facilitated community landscape architecture or a closely related Police Chief. This employee is responsible day, June 19, 2008, at the offices of field supplemented by 6 years previous ex- for the planning, organizing and directing of the city of Glendale, Arizona, stands consensus and goodwill. Jerry the Tennessee Municipal League, perience in a planning office at a profes- all activities of the Police Department, over- as an example of how to encourage Springer episodes are less frequent 226 Capitol Blvd., Suite 710, Nash- sional level; or a Master’s Degree in plan- seeing 10 full-time police officers and 1 full- useful land use communication to and city meetings are more produc- ville. Additional information con- time investigator. The employee is under the ning and 5 years experience; AICP certifi- build community consensus. tive. Most importantly, the costs to cerning the above may be obtained cation may be substituted for one year of general supervision of the City Recorder The Glendale city leaders de- the taxpayers are minimal. and Mayor. Qualifications include: Gradu- from Mona Lawrence at 615-255- professional experience, or any equivalent cided that they had enough conflict I will be talking more about how combination of education, training and ex- ation from an accredited high school or 6416. perience. Must possess and maintain a valid equivalent, preferably graduation from a over growth. They recognized that cities can eradicate NIMBYism at operators license. Salary range is college or university with major course ex- $46,437.000 - $72,115.00 (DOQ) plus full perience in police adminis-tration or related benefits package. Applications may be ob- field. Must possess a valid Tennessee tained at the Human Resources Department, driver’s license. Must have five (5) years 500 Poplar View Parkway, Collierville, experience in law enforcement administra- Tennessee, 38017, Mon- Fri. Applicants tion. Must be POST certified. Salary DOQ must fill out the official Town of plus excellent benefits. Application is a Collierville application to be considered for public record. Send resumes, obtain appli- this position. Applications and resumes are cation or receive more information subject to disclosure. This position will re- from:Town of Erwin, P.O. Box 59 211 main open until filled. EOE North Main Ave., Erwin, Tennessee 37650. Phone: 423-743-623. EOE CHIEF OF POLICE COLUMBIA. The city is accepting applica- POLICE CHIEF ETOWAH. The city is accepting qualified Helping government tions for the position of Chief of Police. Reports to the city manager who imple- applications for the position of Police Chief. ments council policies and directs the deliv- This employee is responsible for the plan- ery of all municipal services. Desire ning, organizing and directing of all activi- bachelor’s degree in criminal justice/law ties of the Police Department, overseeing serve the people for enforcement or related field; advanced de- nine (9) full-time officers, one (1) detective gree or law enforcement training through and four (4) E911 Communications Dis- FBI-NA/LEEDS/PERF/similar programs patchers. The Chief is under the general highly desirable. Ten years progressively supervision of the City Manager. Qualifica- more than a century. responsible experience in police manage- tions include graduation from an accredited ment and supervision; strong leadership high school or equivalent, bachelors’ degree abilities; visionary style; ability to form in a related field preferred. Must have eight strong partnerships with the community. (8) to ten (10) years experience in law en- Candidates must be Tennessee POST certi- forcement including five (5) years supervi- fied within 1 year of appointment. Tennes- sory experience, strong leadership abilities, see open records laws may cause release of and the ability to form strong partnerships candidate information at any stage in the with the community. Must be POST certi- process. Resumes accepted until June 30, fied or able to obtain certification within one Delivering the strength and insight of America’s bank. 2008. Salary DOQ. Send resume and cur- (1) year of employment and must possess a rent salary information to Kate Collier, Per- valid Tennessee driver’s license. Interested A strong government requires both financial and intellectual capital sonnel Director, 707 N. Main Street, Co- parties must send a resume by July 7, 2008. lumbia, TN 38401; e-mail, EOE. Send resume and salary requirement to help communities thrive and grow. Our government banking [email protected]. EOE. to: City of Etowah, Margaret Cheek, Human Resources Director, 723 Ohio Avenue, DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF Etowah, TN 37331. specialists are dedicated to understanding and serving your JACKSON. The city is accepting applica- tions for the position of Deputy Fire Chief. PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR organization like no one else can. With over a century of commitment Will serve as principal assistant to the chief MT. PLEASANT. The city is seeking a in organizing, directing, supervising, disci- qualified candidate to serve as Public Works to the public sector, Bank of America is a trusted banking leader to plining and coordinating activities associ- Director. Currently, the Water Dept. and the ated with the department, ensuring effective Sewer Dept. are separate operating entities. government entities nationwide. Call 615.749.3618 or visit and efficient daily operational practices, We are seeking an individual who can com- firefighting techniques and procedures. bine these two functions into one depart- bankofamerica.com/government to learn more. Specific job duties include: supervising, di- ment and effectively address the issues in recting, and evaluating fire prevention of- front of us. Interested candidates should ficers, training officers, and emergency send a summary of qualifications to: Rich- medical services officer; handle employee ard Goode, City Manager, 100 Public concerns and problems; direct work; coun- Square, Mt. Pleasant, TN 38474. The sel; discipline and complete employee per- position will remain open until filled. EOE formance evaluations; direct personnel, ap- paratus, equipment and property of the de- SEWER OPERATOR partment at emergency scenes, ensuring KINGSTON SPRINGS. The town is ac- strict compliance with rules and regulations cepting applications for a certified sewer of the department, as designated by the fire operator for a natural/biological STEG/ chief; assist the chief in the development, STEP system. Full-time position with ben- implementations, and monitoring of opera- efits available or part-time position can be GLOBAL COMMERCIAL BANKING tional and administrative procedures and considered. Applications will be accepted policies; assist fire chief with the prepara- through June 21, 2008 and can be obtained Cash Management Financing Solutions Public Finance Investments tion and presentation of annual budgetary by calling City Hall at 615-952-2110 or evaluations and related analysis to appro- coming to City Hall at 396 Spring Street, priate individuals; review the financial op- Kingston Springs, TN 37082. 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grants from the Pew Charitable would not organize fights in Ten- ued to lag behind the nation as a Trusts to test such centers. nessee. whole. Nearly 13,000 were in fore- closure at the end of March, up 4 Mixed martial arts is one of the fast- Tennessee has been awarded percent from December, and an addi- est growing spectator sports in nearly $17 million in federal tional 60,000 were at least one month BY TML STAFF REPORTS Tennessee’s 2008 winter wheat America, and it recently earned one grants by the U.S. Department of past due, according to the Mortgage production is forecast to be the more fan — the state of Tennessee. Homeland Security to help im- Bankers Association. Compared with The Tennessee Board of Regents largest wheat crop since 1982 and The state Legislature approved prove communications. The Public the rest of the state, however, Nash- has won a 2008 CIO 100 award almost three times more than the the “Tennessee Athletic Commis- Safety Grants are meant to upgrade ville-area residents are actually less from CIO magazine, exemplifying amount produced last year, ac- sion Act of 2008” which creates a responders’ ability to communicate likely to be in foreclosure, according the highest level of operational and cording to a recent survey conducted new governing body to legalize and and coordinate during disasters. to RealtyTrac, a California research strategic excellence in information by USDA’s National Agricultural regulate the previously unregulated The state will receive $5 in federal firm. Even as the number of strug- technology. The board was recog- Statistics Service, Tennessee Field mixed martial arts industry in Ten- dollars for every $1 it spends under gling homeowners rose in Tennessee, nized for its success in implement- Office. Yield is expected to average nessee. Proponents say regulating the program. the state’s fortunes were far better ing the Banner administrative soft- 58 bushels per acre, up 41 percent mixed martial arts was a necessary than the nation’s as a whole. The ware system. The TBR system in- from a year earlier. Also, farmers step to lure large events, and the tens The number of Tennessee number in foreclosure jumped nearly cludes six universities, 13 two-year boosted production as a reaction to of millions of economic impact dol- homeowners facing foreclosure 20 percent from December to March, colleges and 26 technology centers, record high prices last fall. Farmers lars that can come with them, to the rose through the winter, but the a time when homeowners normally providing programs in 90 of planted 620,000 acres last fall, a 47 state’s arenas. Otherwise, promoters state’s foreclosure rate contin- catch up on their mortgage payments. Tennessee’s 95 counties to more percent increase over the year be- than 180,000 students. fore. Wheat producers expect to har- vest 490,000 acres for grain, Everyone convicted of drunken 230,000 more than a year ago. The driving will have to serve at least remaining 130,000 acres, used as a 48 hours in jail under a measure cover crop, will be harvested for hay or silage or were abandoned due to areas nationwide, children often fight was to fly more planes on more Gov. Phil Bredesen signed into BY TML STAFF REPORTS law. Before the change, DUI offend- flooding. U.S. production is forecast only get dental care when the pain routes to attract the most passengers. ers less than 21 years of age had to at 1.78 billion bushels, a 17 percent A new survey shows boomers, and swelling are too much to bear, Now, with fuel prices almost spend at least 48 hours in jail. The increase from 2007. born between 1946 and 1964, according to the president of the double the level of a year ago, many new law also requires probation of- numbering about 76 million in the American Academy of Pediatric big airlines have decided that less is fices or the county official who ad- “Donate Life Tennessee,” a new United States, are financially un- Dentistry. While tooth decay in all more, and they are shrinking in a ministers the state litter removal awareness campaign supported prepared for a disabling injury or age groups for adults is declining, hurry. Continental was the latest car- grant, rather than sheriffs, to super- by the Tennessee Department of illness that forces them out of work tooth decay in children is rising. rier to announce cuts, saying that it vise litter removal performed as part Safety, has registered over 1 mil- for an extended period. The survey The Centers for Disease Control would ground 67 planes. In all, air- of the punishment for committing lion Tennesseans for organ and tis- of 2,853 adults included 828 be- and Prevention calls tooth decay lines in the United States have an- DUI. sue donation The campaign began tween the ages of 44 and 62. Social one of the most chronic infectious nounced plans since March to park in 2008, but picked up recognition Security Administration data shows diseases for children. All of this more than 200 aircraft, from regional Last year, Tennessee experienced during National Donate Life month there is a 30 percent chance that a results in pain, abnormal chewing, jets to big Boeing 747s, representing its biggest drop in traffic deaths in in April. The campaign is taking worker who is now 20 will suffer malnutrition caused by avoiding more than 10 percent of the major more than 15 years, with much of place at TDOS Driver License Ser- such an injury or illness during his the pain of chewing, and poor at- airlines’ fleet. As they cut costs, they the decline coming in the Memphis vice Centers and County Clerk Of- working lifetime. Only 30 percent of tendance, according to the federal are also raising ticket prices and im- area. The 1,210 fatalities represent a fices. workers in private industry have agency. posing new surcharges and fees to 6 percent decline from the 1,287 long-term disability insurance cov- help offset soaring fuel costs. Air reported during 2006, according to The Tennessee Department of erage, according to the U.S. Depart- In the three decades since deregu- fares over all are up 16 percent this figures released by the Governor’s Safety participated in “Road- ment of Labor. Baby boomers said lation, the nation’s major airlines year, for coach tickets bought in ad- Highway Safety Office. The total check 2008,” a 72-hour commercial they would be forced to tap into re- have operated with a simple strat- vance, according to Harrell Associ- was the lowest since 2003, when vehicle roadside inspection spon- tirement savings if the primary wage egy that bigger was better, and that ates, an industry consulting firm. Tennessee had 1,193 traffic deaths. sored by the Commercial Vehicle earner became disabled and unable the way to win the industry dog- The highway safety office attributed Safety Alliance (CVSA). The goals to work. Seventeen percent said they the drop in part to stepped-up en- of “Roadcheck 2008” are to increase had no retirement savings. Signifi- forcement efforts and publicity cam- commercial truck and bus safety and cant debt burdens would mean hard- Reception at FedEx Forum paigns such as “Booze It and Lose It” security and to reduce the number of ship for most boomers if they lost FEDEX from Page 1 and “Click It or Ticket” promoting crashes involving commercial their regular income. More than half designed with a uniquely Mem- sober driving and seat-belt use. In trucks and motor vehicles. During have more than $5,000 in non-mort- phis theme. With a location on addition, the highway safety office the 72-hour period, state troopers gage debt, 25 percent have more than the historic Beale Street and the awards grants to law enforcement conducted round-the-clock roadside $20,000 in debt and 9 percent have fact that Memphis is the“Home agencies to help pay overtime costs inspections at all nine weigh stations more than $50,000 of non-mortgage- of the Blues, Birthplace of for officers involved in DUI patrols along Tennessee highways conduct- related debt. Rock ‘n’ Roll” the theme of and other enforcement work. ing Level I inspections on all trucks Memphis music was an obvious stopped with added emphasis on More people are riding the choice. To showcase the rich The “Josh Osborne Law,” adds safety belt usage, operating author- nation’s buses and trains, break- history of music and to demon- starvation and dehydration to the ity, insurance and CDL status checks ing records for the first quarter of strate the continuing produc- list of child abuse charges de- of commercial vehicle drivers. the year. Transit operators expect tion and development of new signed to strengthen Tennessee’s the increase to be greater in the sec- music in Memphis, the areas of Areas of both the Plaza and Terrace child abuse laws. Sponsors say it Tennessee made substantial im- ond quarter as gasoline prices soar. both the Plaza and Terrace con- concourses reinforce the music theme. was motivated by the story of a Leba- provements to the graduation rate A report set for release today by the courses features the Blues and non teenager who was starved and compared to other Southern American Public Transportation As- Rock ‘n’ Roll, a Gospel Zone, a Soul Museum also makes a unique chained to his bed by his father and states, but some of its districts still sociation (APTA) shows trips on unique Radio and Recording venue for pre or post game recep- stepmother in 2004. rank at the bottom of the list, accord- public transit January-March rose 3 Zone, and Sun Studio Zone and tions and can be offered to groups at ing to a report released by Education percent over the same period last the Memphis Music Today Zone special rates. Tennessee could be home to more Week, an industry newspaper. Ten- year to 2.6 billion rides. Light rails features emerging artists in pop, The Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum of than 326,000 green jobs, according nessee was ranked 40th in high saw the biggest jump, 10 percent to rock, rap and hip-hop. Memphis is more than a museum of to a study released by a group that school graduation rate in 2005, 110 million trips. Early figures for Working with the Urban Art stage costumes and drumsticks. The includes the National Resources when the data was gathered. The April, show ridership going even Commission, the Fed-ExForum also importance of the museum and its Defense Council, the Sierra Club state was one of three in the South to higher as gas hovers near $4 a gallon, features a public art project. Smithsonian exhibition lies in its and United Steelworkers. Tennessee improve 5 percentage points or according to APTA president Will- Throughout the arena, guests can story of social change and the many was among 12 states included in the more, according to the study. The iam Millar, with higher numbers in admire images of original art featur- musicians and individuals who study that examined how existing other two were Kentucky and 2007 than in 50 years, and the trend ing regional artists whose work in- broke the barriers of segregation jobs and workers could fit into an Florida. Based on information from continuing in 2008. Still, only 5 per- terprets music of the region. The art and of the racial and social prejudice economy focused on environmental the same year, Metro Nashville Pub- cent of workers commute by public was selected by a committee of mu- that permeated society, thus creat- sustainability and reducing the lic Schools had some of the lowest transit, according to a U.S. Census sic and art appreciators. The theme ing the hip-swiveling explosion that threat of climate change. The study graduation rates of any large district survey in 2006. continues in the naming of all con- became “America’s music.” focused on six areas of the economy: in the South. cessions and restaurants. Even the But it was more than a musical building retrofitting, mass transit, Some states are trying to fill in a restroom icons feature musical im- revolution; not only changing the energy-efficient automobiles, wind Gov. Bredesen has signed into law a potentially deadly gap in health ages. sounds that came from our radio power, solar power and cellulosic measure to create a pilot program care for children by seeking proof Of course, the most authentic speakers, but also influencing the biofuels production. The report used allowing voters to cast ballots at of good dental health before they element of FedExForum’s Memphis way we dress, the cars we drive, our 2005 U.S. Census data to estimate any of several centralized voting enter school. A recession and di- Music theme is the fact that the movies, our television commercials, the number of workers in each of areas in the county in which they minishing health care coverage can Smithsonian’s Rock ‘n’ Soul Mu- even our politics. The Rock ‘n’ Soul these occupations and their average are registered, regardless of that push dental care further down a seum is located right on the arena Museum of Memphis tells of more wages and was compiled by econo- voter’s precinct. The pilot project family’s list of priorities, where it grounds. The museum gives visitors than the change in America’s music; mists at the Political Economy Re- will be limited to Knox County. It is may be seen mostly as a cosmetic an informative history of Memphis it tells of the music that forever search Institute at the University of among three East Tennessee coun- issue, according to national dental music and its role in the develop- changed the complexion of the Massachusetts at Amherst. ties that have received national associations. In poor urban and rural ment of modern music. The Rock ‘n’ world. Good Risk Management is just Good Management

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We The 105th General Assembly of were adamant that a lot of their con- 2007-2008 was another excellent tracts include Tennessee businesses example of how one man’s diligence and that Tennessee money be spent and vigilance just seems to be get- on more Tennessee businesses. I can ting better after 23 years in the state affirm that the Lottery Board has legislature – 12 of them as chair of kept million-dollar contracts in Ten- State & Local. This year, he was nessee. concerned about old and new cable Photos by Gael Stahl I wanted to be on State and Local A student could fail one subject, companies providing services to all. We have been somewhat limited in Government because as a city em- make that class up with a 4.0 and still TT&C: What do we do if and He saw that changes in the open our thinking on how to raise rev- ployee I wanted to find out how that lose the scholarship for failing one when next year’s budget crunch records bill kept governments and enues. We missed a real big oppor- committee affects our city and com- class. proves worst than this year’s? media on the same page about mak- tunity to bring gaming to this state. munity. UJ: The budget process needs ing government records available in tweaking. It’s a shame that we ride timely fashion without exorbitant Services. They later went their sepa- TT&C: How has your working TT&C: What was your prefer- our budget on the backs of the poor costs to taxpayers. rate ways, and their son, Ulysses style evolved as chair of S&LG? ence in spending lottery reserves? and state employees. That’s because Ulysses Jones has been a mu- Jones III, now 31, is a firefighter. UJ: I’m proud of how my committee UJ: I wanted to use more of the $400 our main source of revenue is the nicipal employee for 35 years and Jones also has a 15-year-old daugh- members work together on issues. million reserve of lottery funds to sales tax. I was against the half-cent that’s how long municipal matters ter, Victoria Olivia Jones. For instance, those from rural areas lower the GPA of college students cut in the sales tax last year. I said in have personally mattered for him. Ulysses Jones ran unsuccess- clue me into non-urban issues and who have HOPE scholarships. Till those good times – just a year ago – He grew up on the near north side of fully for the House in 1980 and 1982 guide my research to find out how now, you needed a 3.0 GPA or 21 on that if something happens, we can’t downtown Memphis in a close-knit, attempting both times to unseat in- legislation affects other districts, the ACT test to win a scholarship. To ask people to give back the half-cent blue collar community where every- cumbent Rep. Harper Brewer. He specifically, how urban mayor issues keep it, you had to maintain that we gave when times were flush. one knew each other’s name, got was successful on his third try in affect rural mayor districts. I’ve average. Freshman year is the hard- This year, we were $450 million in along well. If he or his two brothers 1984. found those bills can generally be put est time to maintain a college grade the hole. I understand that half-cent and sister had a problem (or were Besides becoming chairman of on the Consent Calendar without average. That first year can be an represents $150 million. doing well) in school, a teacher the State and Local Government having to go through the committee. overwhelming struggle for kids. We No way can the penny increase would stop by and talk to his parents Committee (S&LG) in 1997, Jones Folks think I bump their bills just to found that more than half, from 50 of the sales tax we got six years ago about it. From his father, a carpenter, has served on Education since 1985. be bumping them, but in bumping percent to 65 percent of the students, hold up much longer. We have to and his mother, a homemaker and He is a member of the K-12; Calen- those bills off the Calendar and on lose their HOPE scholarship by their start looking at other areas to raise school traffic safety officer, the chil- dar and Rules, Elections, State Gov- the Consent Calendar, we can get sophomore year. I wanted to lower revenue. I’m going to be opposing dren learned to work to earn their ernment, and Local Government with Legal and go over these bills. the GPA requirement to 2.75 so any effort to raise the sales tax, be- bicycles and how to save and spend subcommittees. He’s a member of We learn what impact a bill of a more students could keep their cause that is absolutely ridiculous. wisely. the Joint Lottery Oversight Commit- particular elected official affects scholarships. There are alternatives. People are Jones was inspired to get active tee and the Joint Select Oversight people in other counties whose A student might fail one sub- going to have to stand up and say in the community in his teens by Committee on Education, the Ethics rights we might be taking away. ject, make that class up with a 4.0 what those alternatives may be. three role models, his grandmother, Committee, the Open Records and That’s how we’ve found some issues and still lose the scholarship for fail- Gaming is a good one. his uncle, and his minister. Grand- Open Meetings Committee, and was that we would have otherwise ing one class. That’s why we in the mother Nichols was the family ma- co-author of state enterprise zone missed. Some bills would have im- House wanted a 2.75 GPA all the TT&C: Why are you always ada- triarch and official rebel on matters legislation and co-sponsor of the lot- pacted people’s lives tremendously. way through. We also wanted to ex- mant about pay raises for state of segregation and equality. Her son, tery legislation. Due to Speaker One bill would have set the bar so tend coverage beyond four years and employees? Uncle Haywood Nichols Jr., was a Jimmy Naifeh’s confidence in him, high for doing a recall that people looked at extending it to 120 hours UJ: If it weren’t for state employ- LeMoyne-Owen College graduate, a he’s already deep into a full schedule were not going to be able to recall per year for five years. That helps ees, we wouldn’t be operating as postal workers union leader in Mem- of summer study-committee meet- their elected officials. nontraditional students 23 or 25 well as we are today. They will never phis, a federal Equal Employment ings. years old go back to school and sol- ever receive what they are due. Opportunity Commission officer in TT&C: Over the years, you have diers returning from serving in Iraq They’re not paid much so they need Florida, a union representative for TT&C: Did the consent decree as- been a sturdy advocate for Mem- and Afghanistan. Personally, I raises, not one-time bonuses like the AFSCME in Florida, and now, at 77, suring promotions to African phis and for municipal concerns would like to go beyond the 2.75 and small one we gave them this year. still working for FEMA in disaster American who tested well bring that range across the Tennessee make the GPA requirement of the When we were told 2,000 state jobs communities. Jones’ minister was about equity in black promotions? Municipal League spectrum. university you’re attending to be the would be cut to help balance the the redoubtable Benjamin Hooks, UJ: No, the promotions process was Which items do you want to start standard we’d use. budget, we had no idea what the NAACP director and one of the first flawed in that the department spread with, the AT&T cable bill? buy-out provisions were going to be African Americans to serve on the the test for fire chief or lieutenant UJ: OK. What we had last year was TT&C: You were vehement about like. Later, we learned that if not Federal Communications Commis- across a couple of weeks during AT&T wanting to be the first com- how the compromise was being enough employees take the buy-out sion and as a judge on the 6th Circuit which, we found out, test informa- pany to get a statewide cable fran- negotiated, and then were part of option, the state will wait until the District in Memphis. tion was being shared with other chise. My concern was the impact on the House/Senate conference legislature returns to start doing Jones, juiced by such powerful members of the department by the local government. Till now, cable committee. What compromise did forced layoffs. influences, was 14 years old and union and some others. Over the last companies had to negotiate fran- you come up? As with the sales tax, state em- ready in 1965 when he became the four years, we worked to persuade chise fees and service requirements UJ: We reached an agreement the ployee wages never keep up with youngest member elected to the the fire department to give every- with each city and county. This bill same day the conference committee inflation because the economy County Community Action Agency body the entire test on one day with allowed AT&T to bypass them. I was appointed to resolve the differ- grows faster than the sales tax that that oversaw the spending of $1 mil- the test to be prepared and adminis- wanted to make sure local govern- ences. As a result, a student with a we use to pay employees. It’s not lion of President Lyndon Johnson’s tered by a group independent of the ments were held harmless. 2.75 grade-point average after com- right that our state employee raise is Great Society Federal Urban Re- city and fire department. Since then, A major concern was about pleting 72 hours of college credit based on how well the economy is newal program grants for inner-city we found that African Americans AT&T’s fast access lines to the work can continue receiving schol- doing. We’re penalizing them for council districts. competed well. In fact, we had some Internet. A lot of communities, in- arship payments, provided he or she the state’s deficient revenue system Jones’ earliest jobs were selling of the top scores on the tests for cluding my communities, don’t have keeps a 3.0 average in individual in which the economy fares well at newspapers and mowing lawns. Af- chief, lieutenant, and other areas. I that DSL service. Was AT&T going subsequent semesters. Formerly, times then inevitably drops relative ter he graduated from North Side am no longer a paramedic. I was to provide service without cherry students whose cumulative GPA to sales tax revenues. High School in 1970, he won one promoted to battalion chief two picking and red-lining throughout dropped below 3.0 after 24 credit scholarship for football but decided months ago. our African-American communities hours lost their scholarships. We es- TT&C: Any last thoughts? to take another for track – at and the entire Memphis/ Shelby timate that about 3,600 students who UJ: On the second last day of the LeMoyne-Owen College. He TT&C: How did your northside County metropolitan area? The mi- would have lost their $4,000-per session we passed changes in the worked a construction job at the community produce so many nority component included AT&T year HOPE scholarships will now Open Records Act giving govern- same time and didn’t finish the elected officials – many still in of- having to at least report to the Gen- keep them. mental entities seven business days school year. In 1973, he began his fice? eral Assembly as to what they are We also passed the provisions to to either grant a records request, career job with the Memphis Fire UJ: We were a group of young men doing with regard to minority busi- allow students to remain on scholar- deny it, or tell the requestor how Department and later became a para- banded together out of concern to do nesses and associations. ship for up to five years. That allows long it will take to provide the medic to enhance his firefighter role. something to make sure our commu- We worked on that for 16 long 1,772 more nontraditional students records. We created an Office of He was in the right place at the nity wasn’t forgotten at the local or weeks, two or three times a week. who do not enter college quickly Open Records Counsel where a right time as a firefighter/paramedic state level. Several of those who ran I’m glad that this year the cable com- after high school graduation, to be state’s ombudsperson and staff can to be able to give three prominent for public office were elected. Ricky panies first sat down together to nar- eligible for scholarships. And, we answer citizens’ questions and issue Memphians their last rides. Elvis Peete served on the city council. row the area of division. Then, we made some military veterans of Iraq advisory opinions on the law. Presley was dead when he and his Former Memphis Councilman Shep brought in state and local govern- and Afghanistan eligible for $1,000- While people and the media unit transported him from Graceland Wilbun is now a member of the ments to work out their issues until per-semester grants from a program have the right to get records, I was to the hospital. He also carried Elvis Shelby County Election Commis- they were satisfied. Last year, State called “Helping Heroes.” In all, we concerned about the process. One father, Vernon, on his last trip to the sion. Reps. Joe Towns, Larry Miller, and Local Government was so con- decided to provide lottery scholar- Commercial Appeal reporter had hospital where he later died from and I continue to serve in the House cerned that Speaker Naifeh set up a ships to nearly 12,000 more college asked the city of Memphis to pro- tachycardia problems. Elvis’ grand- of Representatives. We have two Joe joint committee of Commerce and students each year at a cost of $28.1 vide three years of emails of city mother was dead when they got to Browns. Judge Joe Brown is now S&LG and after all the questioning million. council. It took 30 working days to the hospital. famous on television. Councilman that day, the sponsor of the AT&T redact the information. The reporter When Jones signed on, he found Joe Brown is on the Memphis Coun- bill withdrew it. Speaker Naifeh put TT&C: Do you think the lottery studied it for about 15 minutes, said the Memphis Fire Department ra- cil. We’re active in our community me on the committee again this year. suffices as a revenue producer? it was not enough, got up, and left. cially divided. The firefighters’ and grooming new young leaders to UJ: We have been somewhat limited That cost the citizens of Memphis union didn’t pretend to represent its take our places. TT&C: What were your concerns in our thinking on how to raise rev- almost $10,000. black firefighters, so Jones joined with education this year? enues. We missed a real big opportu- A television station wanted all the Pioneer Black Firefighters. The TT&C: When you were elected in UJ: We had the BEP 2.0 and the nity to bring gaming to this state. state employees’ names, addresses, Pioneers brought a class-action suit 1984, what committees did you renewing/expanding or sun-setting Especially to Memphis, which is salaries, and telephone numbers. against the city because after the first want to be on? of the charter school legislation. I next door to Mississippi’s Tunica The Department of Personnel spent 12 African Americans had been UJ: Education, of course. And, I wanted to extend their sunset limits casinos. Gaming creates so many about five weeks gathering that in- hired in 1952, no others were hired wanted to be on State and Local another 10 years. The committee de- jobs and generates so much revenue. formation at a cost of $8,000- for 15 years and by 1975, none had Government because as a city em- cided on seven years and to allow The only thing we’ve got raising $10,000. been promoted since 1968 when ployee I wanted to find out how that grades K-3 to take more students. I revenue in this state right now is the The Associated Press reported Martin Luther King Jr. was killed committee affects our city and com- had that bill that looked into an ac- lottery. The lottery that so many how it is working now. A group during the garbage employees’ munity. It didn’t take long to find out countability study of the people and so many House members requested e-mail records about a strike for recognition. In 1977, Jones its impact is great on all the local Comptroller’s Office consulting on the other side of the aisle were state auditor training week and was became president of the Pioneers governments. I’ve been fortunate to with the Department of Education against. The lottery is what is giving told it could either trust state em- that won a consent decree from the be able to get some things through and Board of Education to promul- kids an opportunity to go to college. ployees to provide the records or pay Department of Justice, which as- for my city and county, especially gate charter school rules. I wish we would look for an- $3,201 for each day of correspon- sured them of promotions if they after 1996. That was when Harold Last year, we passed the BEP 2.0 other opportunity to expand into dence requested. The Revenue tested well. Ford Sr. resigned his seat in Con- to fund the K-12 school system. The gaming. Tunica went from being the spokeswoman said the Office for In 1973, Jones and his child- gress and S&LG Chair Rufus Jones governor made me happy when he poorest county in the nation, to being Information Resources sets the hood sweetheart JoAnn Jones mar- resigned to run for that open seat. said he’d maintain and fully fund the one of the richest. In Memphis you price. Media spokesman Frank ried and attended college together. Harold Ford Jr. won it. I was able to BEP. That should relieve a lot of hear a big sucking sound of dollars Gibson agreed the requestor has a Ulysses dropped out to work full- persuade Speaker Naifeh that I could concern and tension local school sys- leaving for Tunica. We joke of set- right to inspect the e-mails, but the time. JoAnn earned a bachelor’s de- do the job as chair of State and Local, tems had about their funding. ting up new airport billboards: agency also has a right to charge a gree and went to work for Legal and I hope I’ve been successful. “Welcome to Memphis, Gateway to reasonable fee for copies.