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6,250 subscribers www.TML1.org Volume 58, Number 16 September 24, 2007 Megasites: new tool in Dean elected Nashville’s new mayor BY CAROLE GRAVES 1978. industrial recruitment TML Communications Director In his campaign, BY CAROLE GRAVES Dean identified edu- Karl Dean was sworn into of- cation, public safety, Certified industrial sites are one fice Sept. 21 as the sixth mayor of economic develop- of the fastest-growing trends in in- the Metropolitan Government of ment, and the environ- dustrial recruitment. And now with a Nashville. ment as the top issues new law in place, cities and counties He won the victory in a run-off he is the most con- in Tennessee will have the opportu- election over former U.S. Con- cerned about. nity to compete regionally for indus- gressman Bob Clement. Dean took Education: re- tries on a grander scale. 52 percent of the votes (51,946) duce high school The Megasite Authority Act of over Clement’s 48 percent drop-out rate, get 2007, sponsored by Sen. Lowe (47,347). more parents in- Finney and Rep. Craig Fitzhugh, In the August general election, volved, embrace in- gives cities and counties the author- Dean also finished first over six novative practices, re- ity to cooperate in developing indus- other candidates. However, with cruit and retain high- trial sites larger than 1,000 acres. such a large pool of candidates quality teachers vying for that position, he won Specifics of how local governments Sen. Lowe Finney Public Safety: can work together to develop these with only 24.1 percent of the votes Short-term goals - sites were presented during the an- and only by 135 votes over Clem- take illegal guns out nual Governor’s Conference on ent. Candidates must win with a of the hands of con- Economic and Community Devel- majority of all votes. victed felons, youth, opment held in Nashville earlier this Dean succeeds Bill Purcell, and drug dealers; shift month. who could not run again due to a police resources to Photo by Victoria South “Twenty years ago we would two-term limit. Dean served under high crime areas; Karl Dean was sworn in as the new mayor of wait until we got a request and then Purcell as Metro law director and launch a violent youth Metro Nashville in a Sept. 21 ceremony. look for the site. Now, you are al- has served as Nashville’s public offender enforcement ready out of the game if you don’t defender for three-terms. unit; and create a Plain-Clothes departments; and fund the re- have a site,” explained Wilton He currently serves as an ad- Neighborhood Intervention Unit. cruitment and retention of high- Burnett, with the Tennessee Depart- junct professor of law at Long-term goals: build a bridge quality police officers. ment of Economic Development Vanderbilt University Law School between citizens and Metro Govern- Economic Development: (ECD). and graduated with a J.D. from ment to deter crime; form a crime provide support for small busi- Under the new legislation, two Vanderbilt University in 1981 in prevention alliance within the exist- ness in order for them to grow, or more local governments can work addtion to a Bachelor of Arts de- ing Mayor’s Office of Children and support the development of black together to identify large tracts of Rep. Craig Fitzhugh gree from Columbia University in Youth; focus the efforts of all Metro See DEAN on Page 6 land that can be developed as an industrial site. Through the estab- lishment of a regional megasite au- Cities taking steps to address Global warming thority, these entities will have ac- cess to state programs designed to BY VICTORIA SOUTH help fund the creation of infrastruc- TML Communications Coordinator ture like roads and utility access. “You want to look for places The outcome looks green for that have rail, easy highway access, the nation’s cities as municipalities as well as sufficient utilities such as take a proactive stance in the battle water, sewer, natural gas, and high- against global warming. Municipal powered electricity,” said Burnett. energy conservation projects are on A megasite is a large parcel of the rise, while the number of may- land that is ready for heavy industrial oral signatures on the U.S. Mayors development. The Tennessee Valley Climate Protection Agreement has Authority was one of the first eco- risen to 660 all pledging to exceed nomic development entities that be- federal mandates in the reduction of gan certifying megasites to help with green house gas emissions while recruiting efforts of large automo- providing public accountability re- tive plants. ports and tracking measures to “While certified sites have been verify emissions created by major around for a decade, most of these industries within their communities. sites were smaller parcels of land too “It is in cities that the battle to small for an automotive project,” tackle climate change will be won or explained John Bradley, TVA se- lost,” London Mayor Ken nior vice president of economic de- Livingston said, reported by Neal velopment. Peirce of Nations Cities Weekly at He explained that TVA em- the Large Cities Climate Summit in barked on the certification process New York. in order to streamline the site selec- Summit announcements re- tion process by creating an inventory vealed that a foundation headed by of locations that fulfilled the criteria former Pres. Bill Clinton has se- that an automotive plant was looking cured $5 billion in energy-effi- for. Since then, TVA now has nine ciency loan commitments from five certified sites – four are in Tennes- global banking institutions for the see. upgrading of heating, cooling and While less than 1 percent of the earth’s surface is covered by cities, municipalities are State leaders envision that re- lighting systems in cities from responsible for 80 percent of the world’s heat retaining greenhouse gases. gional megasite authorities will Bangkok to New York. Clinton is “Mayors from around the nation participants released by the Mayor’s Reports from the Cleveland work in the same way and why the scheduled to join the U.S. Confer- are not waiting to take action to help Climate Protection Center indicates Daily Banner lists Tennessee homes legislation was enacted. ence of Mayors in Seattle, Wash., solve the threat of global warming - that regardless of size cities through- as the least efficient in the nation, “TVA has helped to provide a during a national climate summit they are doing something about it out the country are researching and according to the administrative co- roadmap on how to go forward,” and first meeting of Registry partici- right now,” said Seattle Mayor Greg carrying out a number of indepen- ordinator of the Energy Efficient See MEGA on Page 4 pants Nov.1-2. Nickles. The Registry, spearheaded dent energy initiatives aimed at re- Construction Program at Cleveland by Nickles in 2005, was developed ducing carbon emissions which in- State Community College, Allan by mayors in response to the U.S. clude, but are not limited to, renew- Gentry. Gentry notes Cleveland Bond Fund announces refusal to sign the Kyoto Protocol, able energy sources, energy-effi- homes on average use 1,240 kilo- an international greenhouse gas cient municipal lighting, alternative watt hours each month compared to emissions treaty. The treaty recom- fuels in city fleets, and energy effi- the national average of 850 kilowatt staff reorganization mends a U.S. greenhouse emission cient buildings in both the private hours a month. Charles “Bones” Seivers an- reduction target of 7 percent from and public sector. These initiatives According to Gentry, 35 per- nounced the reorganization of the 1990 levels by 2012. have become increasingly visible in cent of the nation’s energy usage is Tennessee Municipal Bond Fund A recent survey among Registry cities across Tennessee. See GLOBAL on Page 3 (TMBF) the first of September. Seivers has designated Linda Mooningham as director of market- FCC creates climate of chaos ing, replacing Kevin Barnett who served as vice president of market- ing and is no longer with TMBF. over video, cable franchising Seivers stated that Mooningham brings the highest degree of knowl- In another blow to consumers ficers and Advisors (NATOA). According to recent media re- edge and ability to the program. She and cities, the Federal Communica- “Hundreds, if not thousands, of ports, the FCC is expected any day to was one of the people responsible tions Commission (FCC) is ex- cable franchise agreements could be rule that existing cable operators for starting the program in 1985 and pected soon to decree that any com- voided across the country as a result can, under certain circumstances, knows every aspect of the business. Tiffany Graham pany now under contract with a local of the pending FCC order. This is not back out of key provisions in their She has also coordinated all legal longer with TMBF. “We are pleased government to provide video ser- competition, this is chaos,” Beaty current franchise contracts with lo- work for the Bond Fund since 1985. to have Tiffany join us and she will vices may have the right to renegoti- said. cal governments, renegotiate lower “We are very fortunate to have Linda be an asset to the program in dealing ate better terms for itself, putting at NATOA, the National League municipal fees, and reduce the ben- as our director of marketing,” said with the cities and counties across risk America’s public access chan- of Cities, and several organizations efits they currently provide to the Seivers. the state,” said Seivers. nels, first-responder communica- representing consumers, cities, public. This compounds the prob- The Bond Fund has also named Other staff members include tions capability, and millions of dol- towns, counties and non-profits are lems already created by the initial Wade Morrell, current vice presi- Joe Muscatello and Steve Walker, lars in franchise fees used by cities already suing the FCC over its initial order, which among other things, dent of finance and office manager, TMBF marketing representatives, and towns for public safety and in- order of last March, which in their appears to allow new franchise ap- as executive vice president and CFO who are available to serve all cities frastructure. view improperly strips local govern- plicants to refuse to provide free in addition to his present duties. and counties across the state. “We continue to be shocked at ments of their authority to protect the service to municipal and school Morrell is knowledgeable in all as- Also in the reorganization of the the brazen efforts of the FCC to help public health, education, welfare buildings and eliminate other in- pects of the program and is a tremen- Bond Fund, Lewis E. Bell of Bone the already-thriving telecommuni- and safety of local residents, in vio- kind services, while unilaterally re- dous asset to the Tennessee Munici- McAllester Norton PLLC has re- cations industry to the detriment of lation of the Cable Act. The latest ducing the fees they pay to support pal Bond Fund. placed Adams and Reece LLP as local governments, their first re- effort by the FCC, far from simplify- public, education and government Seivers also announced that Tif- bond and tax counsel. Lewis is pri- sponders, and their taxpaying resi- ing or streamlining matters, would (PEG) access channels. fany Graham will serve as secretary marily a transactional attorney con- dents,” said Elizabeth Beaty, execu- only multiply the potential problems “This new FCC order could put -receptionist for the Bond Fund re- centrating in public finance. His ex- tive director of the National Asso- and disputes that cities have with many PEG channels out of business. placing Lorrie Nelson who is no See TMBF on Page 6 ciation of Telecommunications Of- cable operators. See CABLE on Page 6 www.TML1.org 2-TENNESSEE TOWN & CITY/SEPT. 24, 2007

BY TML STAFF REPORTS entire 140.6 mile event in 13 hours State Rep. Mike and 42 minutes. Of BY TML STAFF REPORTS park features benches, picnic tables, MEDINA and restroom facilities and will even- Medina will receive a $50,000 grant Bell recently won the 100 men in the the distinction of 50-to-54-year-old CHATTANOOGA tually have walking trails, hiking to start its parks and recreation de- first place at the age bracket, he fin- A $6 million industrial training cen- trails, an overlook, and a visitor’s partment grants. The development Mid-East Tennes- ished 40th. ter will be built at Enterprise South center. of the department will allow Medina see Regional Fair Industrial Park to lure new industry to renovate existing parks facilities milking contest at Bill Purcell for- and to train workers area wide. JOHNSON CITY and develop a new softball/baseball Herron Athens Regional mer Nashville Chattanooga State Technical Com- A new industry will give one of complex with walking trails and a Park. Bell’s com- Bell mayor, will be- munity College will operate it. A $3 Johnson City’s largest manufactur- playground. The grant is part of a come dean of the petition included McMinn County million federal grant is expected in ing sites a new lease on life while Tennessee Recreation Initiative pro- newly created Mayor John Gentry, Athens Mayor October. The state will contribute adding up to 200 jobs in the high- gram through the Department and School of Public John Proffitt and Fairest of the Fair $1.5 million and Chattanooga and performance after-market vehicle Environment and Conservation Service and Ur- Hamilton County $750,000 each. exhaust business. Oxnard, Calif.- Heather Brooks. ban Affairs at based Borla Performance Industries SODDY-DAISY Tennessee State CHATTANOOGA will buy the 325,000-square foot The county commission voted Lebanon Mayor University begin- Purcell Nine city recreation centers will be building at the foot of Buffalo Moun- unanimously to name an eight-mem- Don Fox has an- ning in January. outfitted with state of the art com- tain from EPIC (Electronic Product ber committee to study a proposed nounced that he This fall he will teach classes in Mas- puters, equipped with high speed Integration Corp.) Production could new toll bridge between Soddy- plans to retire. Fox sachusetts at Harvard University’s internet access, and software com- begin by early 2008. Borla produced Daisy and Harrison. The probable said his primary John F. Kennedy School of Govern- about 100,000 exhaust systems last suspension style bridge would cross reason for retire- patible with Hamilton County’s Fox ment. Prior to his election as mayor, Department of Education curricu- year, using about 150 workers at its a section of Lake Chickamauga and ment is family and he led Vanderbilt University’s Insti- lum, as part of an expansion of Con- main site and operating a smaller be more than a mile long. Officials that he plans future work in the mis- tute for Public Policy Studies. necting the Dots with Technology, a facility in Michigan. said the bridge in the north part of the sion field and in schools. Fox said he partnership between the Education, county has been studied since the will use the remainder of his time in Former Metro Arts & Culture, Parks and Recre- KINGSPORT 1970s and would help alleviate traf- office to continue work on projects Vice Mayor and ation, and Information Services Hardee’s and Little Caesars franchi- fic along Highway 153 connecting already in progress and will also mayoral candidate Departments, as well as several lo- see Restaurant Management Group the two fastest-growing areas of the research bringing a city manager Howard Gentry cal and national computer/technol- (RMG), with 1,500 employees in county and accelerating growth. form of government to the city of Jr. has been ogy companies. five states, relocated its corporate Lebanon. named chief ex- headquarters from Charlotte, N.C., SOUTH PITTSBURG ecutive officer of CLINTON to Kingsport. The fourth-largest South Pittsburg will also receive a Pulaski city officials voted to pro- the Nashville Voters will decide the fate of the Hardee’s franchisee in the United $50,000 grant from the Department mote City Recorder Terry Chamber Public Gentry city’s 113-year-old school system. States made the move after buying 16 of Environment and Conservation to Harrison to the newly formed posi- Benefit Foundation. Gentry served In special session, Clinton City Little Caesars locations in Northeast provide expanded recreational pro- tion of city administrator. Mayor as vice mayor and president of the Council voted to approve a referen- Tennessee, Southwest Virginia, grams and promote continued im- Dan Speer said Harrison was quali- Metro Council from 2002 to 2007. dum question asking if the city Greeneville, Morristown, Newport provements to parks facilities.The fied as the top candidate for the po- He was first elected as an at-large school system’s administration and Clinton from a locally based grant is part of the Tennessee Recre- sition because he had been perform- councilman in 1999. should be transferred to Anderson franchise outfit. ation Initiative Program. ing the duties for more than 18 years County’s school board. The ques- as the city recorder. Former state rep- tion will be added to the ballot for KINGSPORT SWEETWATER resentative the Dec. 4 municipal elections. The Downtown Kingsport Associa- The Lost Sea in Sweetwater bills State Sen. Roy Herron completed Edith Langster tion and East Tennessee State Uni- itself as the nation’s largest under- his 30th marathon as part of the first won a seat on the CLINTON versity are partnering together to ground lake. With the drought, the Ford Ironman Louisville, a triathlon Metro Nashville Aisin Automotive Casting Tennes- bring arts courses to downtown lake is down by 20 feet. That’s the that consisted of a 2.4 mile swim, a council, repre- see Inc. is planning a $67 million Kingsport. Thirty-seven students lowest level since the pool opened as 112-mile bike ride, and a 26.2 mile senting district expansion at its Clinton plant that have enrolled this fall in art and de- a commercial attraction in 1965. marathon.Herron, 53, completed the 21. Langster will double the size of its facility and sign courses offered in the down- add 160 jobs. The company has an town area. option on 32 acres next to its current 48-acre site. The city and the state of LAWRENCEBURG Tennessee will help fund site prepa- Thousands greeted 2008 presidential rations. The company, which built candidate Fred Thompson for a cam- its Clinton plant in 2004, makes paign rally in his hometown earlier aluminum die-cast parts — oil this month. The rally was the culmi- BY TML STAFF REPORTS by Trust for America’s Health. The allocated to Tennessee from the fed- pumps, water pumps, pistons and nation of months of planning, prepa- percentage of obese Tennesseans eral Department of Homeland Secu- cylinder head covers — for Toyota, ration and reshuffled municipal Drivers are paying attention to has increased every year since “F as rity is a 46 percent increase from a Honda and General Motors. The maintenance schedules in anticipa- Tennessee’s Move-Over law. The in Fat: How Obesity Policies are year ago, records show, but it is less plant will double in size to 480,000 tion of Thompson’s announcement. Move-Over law requires drivers to Failing in America” was first re- than half the state’s largest grant of square feet. About 400 people work Around town they called it, “Getting move over a lane when driving near leased in 2004. Last year, 26.6 per- $52 million in 2004. The state’s at the facility. ready for Freddie.” The streets emergency workers along the road. cent of state residents were obese; in funding is only a portion of what was around town square were swept, If they can’t move over they must 2005, 25.6 percent were obese, and requested by emergency services of- ERWIN cracked sidewalks replaced, and new slow down. In the first half of the in 2004, 25 percent were obese. ficials in Tennessee’s 11 homeland U.S. Sens. Lamar Alexander and welcome signs posted at the city lim- year police said they wrote 640 cita- security districts. The state originally Bob Corker have asked the Bush its picture an oversized Fred Thomp- tions, down from 1,400 tickets last ECD’s Business Enterprise Re- received $72 million in requests and Administration to include $9 mil- son beaming at visitors. year. The fine has been raised from source Office (BERO) has released the state reduced that to $29 million. lion in the federal budget toward the $50 to $500 and can also include jail the Tennessee Small Business Federal officials reduced the sum purchase of Rocky Fork. The Con- LEBANON time up to 30 days. A 2005 crash Road Map, a county resource direc- even more. Tennessee was one of the servation Fund, a national nonprofit The Lebanon Fire Department will that killed State Trooper Todd tory for entrepreneurs and small few states to receive a federal fund- organization, has signed a contract receive a U.S. Department of Home- Larkins prompted Tennessee law- businesses. Its is free for Tennessee ing increase and only Arizona got a to buy the 10,000-acre tract, about land Security operations and safety makers to change the law to protect entrepreneurs, small businesses, larger increase. 62 percent of which lies in southern grant. The grant total is $47,138, and police and emergency workers. A chambers of commerce and other Unicoi County, with the remainder will go toward equipment. truck driver slammed into Larkins small business support organiza- State regulators have stepped up in Greene County. Backers of the on the side of I-40 in Dickson tions. The directory provides re- their monitoring of stormwater purchase hope a national recreation MARYVILLE County in July 2005. sources for starting, financing and discharge from construction sites area or a state park could be created Twelve years after local citizens managing a business, as well as and added staff with the intent of on the land. The purchase price is started pursuing the dream, the A preliminary total head count of business opportunities, exporting improving compliance. The Tennes- estimated to be $40 million, with Blount County Historical Museum 23,264 students taking classes this and micro-enterprise. In addition, see Department of Environment and The Conservation Fund seeking opened its permanent home. The mu- fall at Middle Tennessee State Uni- the online directory provides each Conservation received state funding $16 million from the federal gov- seum will house a wide range of versity is a record number. It Tennessee county with a custom- this year to add 29 staff members ernment, $18 million from the state materials including a sculpture by marks the first time MTSU has sur- ized small business resource direc- who will work in permitting and and $6 million in private donations. internationally famed Alcoa sculptor passed 23,000 in a semester, univer- tory. The directory is available monitoring construction sites. About The Tennessee Heritage Conserva- Bessie Harvey donated by Sen. sity officials said. It is a 1.75 percent online for download on the ECD 7,000 active construction sites exist tion Trust Fund has set aside $6 Lamar and Honey Alexander ap- increase from fall 2006 and means website located at http://www. across the state. The additional fund- million for the acquisition. praised at $25,000. The main exhibit 401 more students are taking classes tnecd.gov/bero. ing will increase the department’s room of the museum is filled with this fall compared to a year ago. inspection staff by about 50 percent. FRANKLIN personal artifacts of Civil War sol- Homeland security districts in In June, the state also began requir- The city celebrated the opening of diers, vintage gowns from the era, Tennessee has been named the fifth- Tennessee will receive less than a ing that a certified erosion control the newest public park, the Park at and other exhibits, including infor- worst state in the nation in a new third of the money they requested specialist inspect sediment and ero- Harlinsdale Farm. The 200-acre mation about the role of the Under- health survey, with 27.8 percent of from the state this year despite an sion control measures on construc- walking horse breeding farm was ground Railroad in Friendsville. adults considered obese, according overall federal funding increase, of- tion sites. Previously, the state only purchased by the city in 2004. The to an annual health report released ficials said. The $20 million being recommended the practice.

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Jim Malone Office: (931) 433-6907 President FAX: (931) 433-9714 Toll Free (888) 752-7126 Email: [email protected] 3-TENNESSEE TOWN & CITY/SEPT. 24, 2007 www.TML1.org Chattanooga promotes pedal power, honored for excellence BY VICTORIA SOUTH city’s traffic engineering manager. critical mu- TML Communictions Coordinator Share-the-road bike routes and bike nicipal issues racks have become fixtures on pub- such as As crisp fall colors beckon bi- lic buses and throughout the city children’s cycle enthusiasts across the state, along with published bicycle bro- health, traffic Chattanooga stands out as a haven chures and bikeway maps. congestion, for riders of all skill levels. With a “Partnerships have been key to public safety, 2007 National Planning Excellence expanding use of bicycles in the re- and the envi- Award for Implementation from the gion,” said Melissa Taylor, senior ronment. American Planning Association planner with the Chattanooga- “2007 has (APA) under its belt, bike riding to Hamilton County Regional Plan- been a very school and work, errands, or simply ning Agency, comprised of profes- good year for getting around town has not only sional city planners, urban design- bike racing gained momentum in Chattanooga, ers, researchers, graphic designers events,” notes but has garnered the city national and administrative personnel. Pugliese, cit- recognition. “Without the high level of co- ing the Tour The effort beginning in 1967 operation between agencies and pri- de Georgia with the founding of the Chatta- vate organizations, we could not and 3-day race nooga Bicycle Club and city bicycle have accomplished as much as we weekends committee, faltered from lack of have during the past six years,” Tay- within the support through the years, but came lor added. city. back strong in 2001 when the Bi- The Agency is especially proud With the cycle Task Force, a group of citi- of the city’s newest addition, a tun- increase of zens, government agency and busi- nel warning system with a flashing riders, cycling ness representatives, petitioned for light activated when cyclists hit a classes can’t and secured more funding and de- button as they approach the 1000 ft. be far behind. veloped a list of specific goals in tunnel entrance alerting drivers to Pugliese, a 2007 has been a good year for bike races in Chattanooga as the city gains ground as a conjunction with an existing com- their presence inside. certified “bike friendly” municiplity prehensive bike plan. Bicycling as a primary transpor- instuctor with The $50,000 Master Plan calls tation option is increasing through- the League of American Bicyclists, Conference in Philadelphia and remains an important part of for $24 million in bicycle lane and out the city, according to Phil teaches informative monthly highlighted in the April 2007 issue Chattanooga’s future with planners route improvements during the next Pugliese, the city’s bicycle coordi- courses for advanced riders and a of Planning magazine. In addition, focused on structuring zoning and 20 years, with the region’s bicycle nator, who estimates at least 400- children’s summer camp course was the National League of Cities fea- mixed use development regulations. network to eventually reach 400 500 riders utilize the bike racks on held recently at the First Tennessee tures the plan in the “City “For those with existing bicycle fa- miles long. $300,000 in Federal Sur- Chattanooga city buses per month Pavilion. Practices”collection, NLC’s reposi- cilities, builders would have to con- face Transportation Program funds and credits programs such as Bike to The efforts of Chattanooga and tory for innovative programs across tinue on with them,”Taylor said. have so far created 28 miles of bike Work and the National Safe Routes Hamilton County were officially the country. For more information about bi- lanes which will expand to 60 by to School, with Taylor as Program recognized during an award cer- According to Taylor, efforts cycling in Chattanooga, visit 2008, according to Ben Taylor, the Director. Both programs address emony at APA’s National Planning will be ongoing to ensure bicycling www.bikechattanooga.org. Cities take a stance against global warming GLOBAL from Page 1 Purcell said. “…Nashville can make project using “green asphalt” to pave to power appliances, water heaters the commitment to reduce green- sections of roadways throughout the and climate control devices in house gas emissions now and in the city. Green asphalt involves recy- homes. Gentry stressed that replac- future.” cling 50 percent of existing asphalt ing incandescent light bulbs with The Nashville region (which in- pavement and mixing it with new compact fluorescent lights can re- cludes Davidson, Rutherford, materials at lower temperatures than duce carbon dioxide emissions sig- Sumner, Williamson and Wilson those currently used eliminating the nificantly and lowers costs $60 to counties), Chattanooga and the Tri- smoke and smell experienced with $90 over the seven-year life span of Cities are among 14 regions nation- existing methods and reducing the fluorescent bulbs. ally that are scheduled to meet the greenhouse gas emissions. The University of Tennessee third year of a three-year level of With increased municipal re- has set a nationwide precedent for compliance for ground level ozone sponsibility in emission reduction colleges and universities by an- by Dec. 31, 2007 through early Ac- planning, some cities, such as those nouncing its $5 million construc- tion Compacts with the U.S. Envi- in Durham, N.H., are considering tion plan for new energy efficient ronmental Protection Agency. separate “energy committees” as an buildings and renovations at its Communities with Early Action off branch of their city councils. main campus in Knoxville. Compacts have plans in place to re- On the state level, governors are Announced during the recent duce air pollution at least two years increasing the pressure for federal Make Orange Green Week festivi- earlier than required by the Clean action against global warming by ties, Chancellor Loren Crabtree in- Air Act. seeking an expansion of state regula- troduced the project’s goal of meet- Nashville has promoted envi- tions concerning greenhouse gases, ing the U.S. Green Building ronmental action through the addi- according to the chairman of the Nashville, Chattanooga and the Tri-Cities are among 14 communities Council’s Gold standards for Lead- tion of greenways and bikeways, the National Governors Association nationally that are on pace to meet federal clean air standards for ership in Energy and Environment inauguration of the Music City Star (NGA), Minn. Gov. Tim Pawlenty. reducing smog by Dec. 31, 2007 entering “early action” programs with Design (LEED). commuter rail, the purchase of En- “Our nation has enjoyed more the Department of Environment and Conservation.TVA’s multi-billion The Min Kao Electrical Engi- ergy Star equipment and appliances than a hundred years of inexpensive dollar effort to reduce smoke-stack emissions at its coal plants has neering and Computer Science and the influx of greener, LEED energy, seemingly inexhaustible oil helped, according to officials. Building, set for construction next certified structures. and a relatively forgiving environ- Local Government Initiatives The Center for Climate Strategies month, will maximize the use of Winchester recently approved a ment,” said Gov. Pawlenty. “But (ICLEI) has released the Climate Ac- supports public officials at all levels natural lighting achieving the contract to install LED traffic lights America can no longer rely on busi- tion Handbook as a resource guide in implementing climate change LEED gold standard in architecture at 11 intersections aiming to cut en- ness-as-usual to meet its energy on climate protection. policies. for energy efficiency. ergy costs by 80 percent. According needs, and the nation’s governors “We will make a difference in to Aldis Advantage Group, an aver- are prepared to lead the way in craft- U.S. Mayors Climate Protection global climate change here at the age city switching from coal pow- ing a sensible, sustainable clean en- University of Tennessee,” vowed ered electricity will reduce carbon ergy future.” Agreement at-a-glance Crabtree. dioxide (CO2) emissions by 1,700 Launching the Securing a Clean The U.S. Mayors Climate Protec- gas emission reduction target The initiative will apply to all pounds per traffic signal. Energy Future initiative, the first tion Agreement challenges partici- suggested for the United States new major buildings at the Knox- The Alcoa Police Department bipartisan, governor-led effort to ad- pating cities to commit to three in the Kyoto Protocol, a 7 per- ville campus and is the first of its made headlines with an electric ve- dress cleaner energy, the NGA will actions: cent reduction from 1990 lev- kind by an institution of higher hicle used to police the Maryville/ enlist the efforts of all governors to • Strive to meet or beat the Kyoto els by 2012; and learning, according to John Nolt, Alcoa Greenway. Alcoa, Maryville enact meaningful clean energy poli- Protocol targets in their own • Urge the U.S. Congress to pass co-chair of the Committee for Cam- and Blount County are part of the cies at the state level. communities, through actions the bipartisan greenhouse gas pus Environment. East Tennessee Clean Fuel Coali- Resources for Local Governments ranging from anti-sprawl land- reduction legislation, which Nashville joined the ranks of tion dedicated to promoting alterna- The city of Seattle offers excel- use policies to urban forest res- would establish a national “Cool Cities” when former Mayor tive fuels in the region.The ETCFC lent resources and examples for lo- toration projects to public in- emission trading system Bill Purcell signed on to the Regis- and the Clean Cities of Middle Ten- cal governments in the beginning formation campaigns; A downloadable signature page try Jan. 2007. nessee Coalition were recognized phases of climate protection actions, • Urge their state governments, for the U.S. Mayors Climate Pro- “I have supported the goals of for their efforts in reducing petro- plans, or policies. Visit its website at and the federal government, to tection Agreement is located at the Climate Protection Agreement leum consumption. www. climateseattle.gov for further enact policies and programs to the United States Conference of both personally and as a member of This summer, Chattanooga par- information. meet or beat the greenhouse Mayors website at usmayors.org. the US Conference of Mayors,” ticipated in a joint demonstration The International Council for

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KNOXVILLE Phone: 865/539-8209 Fax: 865/694-0848 www.TML1.org 4-TENNESSEE TOWN & CITY/SEPT. 24, 2007 Tennessee named one of 15 U.S. Certified megasites streamline selection process employers to receive Freedom Award MEGA from Page 1 said Sen. Finney. “Obviously, the larger tracts of land you have the larger industries you can attract.” Finney said that one of the deter- mining factors for sponsoring the legislation is that 27 counties in Ten- nessee that have been identified as economically depressed. Two are in his district. Burnett explained that regional megasite authorities will operate similar to industrial development boards with the same rights and re- quirements under Tennessee law, including the ability to issue bonds, enter into payment-in-lieu-of-tax agreements, and to receive grants or loans. A board of directors will con- By certifying an industrial site, companies know that the location is sist of the mayors of each county or ready to go and building can start immediatly. The certification also municipality participating in the ef- provides a tremendous marketing tool for a community. fort, along with a member of the industrial development boards of missioner of the Tennessee Depart- “It’s a win-win for the community, Photo by State Photography Services each participating community. In ment of Economic and Community because in the end, those responsible Gov. Phil Bredesen accepts the 2007 Secretary of Defense Employer addition, two non-voting members Development to establish the pro- for economic development in each Support Freedom Award on behalf of the state of Tennessee during may be selected by the U.S. Repre- cess by which megasites can be cer- community learn what corporations ceremonies Sept. 12 in Washington. Tennessee is one of only 15 sentative in whose district the site tified by the state of Tennessee. ECD need and what they are looking for in employers in the United States to receive the prestigious award. lies and by the Tennessee Valley officials say that specifics of the cer- order to re-locate.” Bredesen is shown with Robert Nakamoto, an environmental protec- Authority. Each director will serve a tification process are still to be ham- He said in order for a megasite to tion specialist with the state of Tennessee, who nominated Tennessee two-year term without compensa- mered out but will most likely mirror be ready, the site must: for the award. tion. the TVA process for certifying sites. • be available for sale as a single The legislation requires each Bradley explained that TVA’s parcel, Gov. Phil Bredesen accepted an ferential pay compensation to ensure megasite authority to file an annual certification process was rigorous; • must be developable and free of award on behalf of the state of Ten- state employees ordered to active report with the state board of equal- taking about three years to certify all easement and right of way issues nessee during ceremonies in the duty aren’t financially constrained ization and to provide an economic of the nine sites, and that it can be such as a county road going nation’s capital for outstanding sup- while in service. The state pays the impact plan defining the boundaries somewhat costly to communities. through the middle of the land, port of state employees who are difference between the employees’ of the megasite and detailing how “Communities have spent $250,000 • must be fully served by utilities members of the National Guard and state salary and their respective ser- costs and revenues will be appor- to go through the process, but it’s or have a plan in place to provide Reserve. vice pay and provides continued ben- tioned among the participants. A well worth it because it provides a the infrastructure. The state was one of 15 employ- efits for all National Guard and Re- certificate of incorporation will be six-to-nine month advantage over For more information about re- ers nationwide to receive the 2007 serve members on military leave and issued by the Secretary of State cre- the competition. gional megasites, contact ECD’s Secretary of Defense Employer Sup- their dependents. ating the megasite authority. “The process is more than just a Department of Business Develop- port Freedom Award, which is the In addition, this year Bredesen The law also requires the com- certification,” Bradley continues. ment at (615) 741-3282. highest recognition given by the proposed and the General Assembly U.S. government to employers. approved an increase in military Executive Order No. 4, issued leave for state employees from 15 International municipal attorneys meet in Nashville by Bredesen in 2003, authorized dif- days to 20 days per year. BY GAEL STAHL sociations have come to call “the government attorneys. IMLA is not Editor place to go.” When Metro Nashville limited to city attorneys – county at- Nashville has snagged yet an- City Attorney Karl Dean invited the torneys and intergovernmental en- Bredesen outlines rural other major professional group. It is municipal lawyers from the U.S. and tity attorneys attend as well as Cana- coming to Nashville for Halloween. beyond to Nashville a few years ago, dian attorneys. The International Municipal Law- the offer was readily accepted. Ironi- Thompson says that if there are development strategies yers Association’s annual meetings cally, Dean will now welcome the still any doubters that Nashville is a Gov. Phil Bredesen outlined his ing the communities an opportunity and programs move around the gathering of fellow municipal attor- great draw, he would challenge them strategy for increased economic de- to provide their best pitch. The Gov- United States and Canada every neys not as host city attorney but as to click on the IMLA web site and go velopment activities in the rural sec- ernor emphasized the need for year. This year’s begins on Sunday host city mayor. to the links to the Music City web tions of the state during his remarks preparation on the county’s behalf Oct. 28 and runs through Wednes- Earlier this year, Dean was re- sites. He feels they will surely sign at the 54th Annual Governor’s Con- for these tours, citing that consult- day Oct. 31 at the Renaissance Nash- cruited to run for mayor, took a leave up for one of the opportunities of- ference on Economic and Commu- ants will be brought to those commu- ville Hotel. of absence to campaign against four fered in and around Nashville that nity Development nities who have done their home- It will have a new twist this year. topflight candidates, and went on to weekend. Check out events at the The governor stated the case for work in making their area ‘show- Susan McGannon, Murfreesboro win the primary and the runoff Sept. new Schermerhorn Symphony Hall the focus on rural development, cit- ready.’ city attorney and member of the Ten- 11. Mayor Dean was inaugurated and Wildhorse Saloon. The Titans ing that the majority of business tax Bredesen ended his speech by nessee Municipal Attorneys host Sept 21. tickets are about gone. At revenue growth has come from a reemphasizing his commitment to committee explains. “In addition to a Thompson emphasizes the www.imla.org there is information small number of counties. staying focused and achieving re- reduced rate for the whole confer- association’s offerings for other mu- about registration, the agenda, and Several programs were high- sults during the last three years of his ence, there is a one-day rate to give nicipal departments, the reduced-fee Nashville area activities. lighted, including the the Rural Op- administration. other city officials in our state a chance to attend programs on aban- Special Tennessee rates portunity Initiative, the Rural Oppor- “I want to re-state something chance to taste what the national/ doned housing, adult business regu- The special Tennessee registra- tunity Fund and the Orange Carpet I’ve said before: we’re not coasting international group has for them this lation, infrastructure, regulating tion rates expire on Oct. 15, 2007 Tours. The ROI program entices through the second term. We in gov- year. With a special one-day rate, the digital billboards, green buildings, and can be obtained by calling more business development by ex- ernment realize what a truly limited personnel folks can listen in when land use, ADA Today work sessions, IMLA at 202-466-5424; they are not tending the carry forward allowed in amount of time we have to positively employment law is discussed and updates on the First Amendment available with on-line registration. the Jobs Tax Credit to companies affect the lives of our citizens,” planners can come when they are (with a special presentation on holi- For one person, the full conference who locate or expand to rural coun- Bredesen said. “My approach to talking about land-use law.” day displays), immigration issues for and all social events is $300, for 3 or ties. Tennessee’s economic growth is Charles W. Thompson Jr., municipalities, public transit and fa- more from the same Tennessee city The Rural Opportunity Fund is a straightforward: I intend to leave our IMLA executive director, says cilities, and employment issues. who register together the special rate newly created, innovative loan pro- state better off than when I took Nashville is known as “a terrific host There will also be a work session on is $250 per person, and one day gram and provides a new source of office.” city.” It’s the place that national as- intellectual property issues for local registration per person is $150. venture capital for small and inde- pendent businesses in rural communities.The state has appropri- ated approximately $1 million in funds through the Department of Economic and Community Develop- ment to start the fund and private fundraising for the fund has begun with positive feedback from lenders. 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PRESIDENT Tommy Green, Mayor, Alamo VICE PRESIDENTS Tom Beehan Mayor, Oak Ridge Royce Davenport Mayor of McMinnville TENNESSEE Dale Kelley Mayor, Huntingdon DIRECTORS FESTIVALS Alan Barker Let us know the particulars about Mayor, Humboldt your most important festivals at least Linda Bennett Councilmember, Chattanooga (District 3) six weeks in advance of the event. E- Ed Craig mail Gael Stahl at gstahl@ TML1.org City Manager, Shelbyville (District 6) Jean Davis or fax to 615-255-4752. Vice Mayor, Cookeville Karl Dean Oct.. 6: October in Orlinda just 20 Mayor, Metro Nashville minutes north of Nashville, from 9 Johnny Dodd, Councilman , Jackson a.m. – 7 p.m. at the Orlinda City Eddy Ford, Park. Events include an antique car Mayor, Farragut cruise-in, children’s parade, craft Bill Haslam fair, food, and live entertainment Mayor, Knoxville W.W. Herenton throughout the day. Admission free. Mayor, Memphis For more information contact Ron Littlefield [email protected] Mayor, Chattanooga Keith McDonald (District 8) or 615-654-3366. Mayor, Bartlett Mitch Moore Oct. 6-7: Kingston Autumn Coun- City Manager, Athens (TCMA) try Fair 10 a.m.—6 p.m., Sunday Jane Myron, Vice Mayor, Johnson City (District 1) Police managers from Tennessee, Arkansas and Mississippi will graduate in 2008 from UT’s Noon - 4 p.m. Craft booths, live Tommy Pedigo unique Law Enforcement Center program held on the Chattanooga campus. bluegrass music, dancing, 4-H Mayor, Sparta (District 4) shows, competitions, FCE quilting, Johnny Piper graduate-level credit hours through Mayor, Clarksville Police managers from Tennes- Held on the UT Chattanooga canning, baking and craft exhibi- John Proffitt see to Mississippi are attending a campus, 29 students will spend one UTC. tions. Contests include pie eating, Mayor, Athens six-month University of Tennessee week a month in-residence on the The program’s faculty members sack race and more. Youth activi- Charles Rahm are among the most renowned crimi- ties, games and inflatables. No en- Councilmember, Jackson (District 7) leadership training program to help campus graduating Jan. 26, 2008. Charles “Bones” Seivers prepare them for command SECLA students will study top- nologists in the nation. trance fee. For more information President-CEO, Tennessee Municipal Bond Fund positions.The Southeastern Com- ics such as tactical and operational The academy is a partnership call Kingston Parks & Recreation at Kay Senter between UT LEIC, UTC continuing 865-376-1356. Vice Mayor, Morristown (District 2) mand and Leadership Academy planning, managing diversity, audit Ron Washington (SECLA) is an initiative of UT Law systems, risk management, and eth- education division, UTC School of Councilmember, Murfreesboro Enforcement Innovation Center ics and integrity. The program offers Criminal Justice and the Tennessee Oct. 6-7: 18th Annual Autumn Ken Wilber Association of Chiefs of Police. Children’s Festival Saturday, Oct. Mayor, Portland ( District 5) (LEIC). 12 undergraduate credit hours or six PAST PRESIDENTS 6, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. Tommy Bragg (2006) Mayor, Murfreesboro 7, 1-5 p.m. at the Tennessee John Franklin Jr (2005) Councilman, Chattanooga 2007 Public Acts that affect municipalities Riverpark on Amnicola Highway. Bob Kirk (2004) Alderman, Dyersburg Carnival games for children with Tom Rowland (2002) Mayor, Cleveland prizes, arts and crafts with an au- Sam Tharpe (2001) Vice Mayor, Paris BY DENNIS HUFFER juveniles. Amends T.C.A. § 37-1- of justified deadly force unless the Dan Speer (1997) Mayor, Pulaski tumn theme, pony rides, a petting MTAS Legal Consultant 155 to allow law enforcement offic- recipient of the deadly force is a zoo, magic shows, costumed char- ers to photograph and make video police officer.Effective date: May TML AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS LAW ENFORCEMENT acters Winner the Pooh, Sully and (Ex-Officio Directors) and audio recordings of juveniles 22, 2007. Tennessee Municipal Attorneys Assn. Chapter No. 106 (SB 276/HB 309). when the juvenile is committing an Smokey the Bear, face painting, Jennifer Noe, Ashland City Seizure of property by campus po- health, wellness and educational offense, the law enforcement officer Chapter No. 259 (SB 1701/HB Tennessee Municipal Judges Conference lice. Amends various sections of programs. Admission is free. Cost Ewing Sellers, Murfreesboro is conducting a field sobriety test 2079). Training in dealing with T.C.A. Title 40, Chapter 33; Title of activities 50 cents to $3. Spon- Tennessee Chapter, American Public Works based upon suspicion the juvenile is persons with mental illness William “Bo” Mills, Germantown 53, Part 11; and sections 39-17-420 sored by the Tennessee Society of driving under the influence of an Amends T.C.A. Title 38, Chapter 8, Tennessee Government Finance Officers Assn. and 55-5-108(b)(1) to allow campus Certified Public Accountants. All John Troyer, Knoxville intoxicant, or the juvenile is a victim Part 1 to require all police officers to police of universities to seize prop- proceeds benefit Ronald McDonald Tenn. Assn. of Housing & Redevel. Auth. of an offense and consents to the be provided training in proper pro- Dow Harris, Cookeville erty used in drug violations and other House Charities of Greater Chatta- recording or photograph. cedures to respond to persons with Tennessee Building Officials Assn. unlawful activities. Allows seized nooga. Jim Brown, Bartlett property to be used for the benefit of mental illness.Effective date: July 1, Tennessee Fire Chiefs Assn. Recordings and photographs are to the university.Effective date: July 1, 2007. David Baxter, Murfreesboro be done only as evidence and must be Oct. 12-13: Lewisburg’s fifth an- Tennessee Assn. of Air Carrier Airports 2007. nual Goats, Music and More Festi- destroyed if no charges are brought LAW ENFORCEMENT AND MO- Larry Cox, Memphis val at Rock Creek Park honoring Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police against the juvenile within the statute TOR VEHICLE & TRAFFIC Chapter No. 121 (SB 614/HB 148). Marshall County’s famous native John Lowry, Johnson City of limitations. The photographs and Chapter No. 7 (SB 498/HB 275). Tennessee Water Quality Management Assn. Offering for sale or agreeing to “fainting” goats and Boer goats. recordings are not public records and Television in vehicles. Amends Jack Graham, Maryville pay ticket of person buying a ra- Free concerts Friday and Saturday will be released to the public only on T.C.A. § 55-9-105 to revise lan- Tennessee Recreation and Parks Assn. dar jamming device. Amends night featuring Billy Joe Royal, BJ Dennis Suiter, Martin court order.Effective date: July 1, guage prohibiting television and T.C.A. § 47-18-104 to make offer- Thomas, Exile, Ricochet and John Tennessee Chapter, American Planning Assn. 2007. video screens in vehicles that are Steven Neilson, Brentwood ing to pay a traffic ticket for a pur- Anderson. Street fair, cook-off and visible to the driver. Exempts ve- Tennesseee Personnel Management Association chaser of a radar jamming device or children’s activities. Absolutely Vicki Burton, Jackson hicle information displays, global offering for sale a device that Chapter No. 210 (SB 11/HB 1907). free to all ages. For more informa- Tenn. Assn. of Municipal Clerks & Recorders Use of deadly force by individuals. positioning displays, visual en- Connie Kittrell, Gallatin scrambles the radar of law enforce- tion go to www.GoatsMusicAnd hancement displays, television dis- Tennessee Assn. of Public Purchasing ment officers a Class B misde- Amends T.C.A. § 39-11-611 to More.com. plays in law enforcement vehicles, Susan White, Jackson meanor and an unfair trade practice. clarify that deadly force can be used TN Section, Institute of Transportation Engineers wireless devices for receiving calls in vehicle break-ins when the victim Oct. 13: Rockwood’s Family Fall Greg Judy, Nashville Effective date: May 10, 2007. or gaining access to GPS, and elec- Tennessee Public Transportation Association reasonably fears for his/her life and Festival Children’s activities & tronic displays in utility vehicles Tom Dugan, Chattanooga in similar situations.This act adds a games. Hay maze, 4 beauty pag- Tennessee Fire Safety Inspectors Chapter No. 134 (SB 866/HB 75). when the vehicle is not in motion. new section to Title 39, Chapter 11, eants from babies to 19 years of age. Tommy White, Sevierville Photographing and recording of Part 6 granting civil immunity for use Effective date: July 1, 2007. Assn. of Independent and Municipal Schools Live music & entertainment shows, Wayne Miller, LenoirCity petting zoo, rock climbing, fire TML ASSOCIATE PARTICIPANTS truck slide, craft booths, cow milk- DIAMOND LEVEL MEMBERSHIP ing contest and much more! For Bank of America information call Krystal Hennager GOLD LEVEL MEMBERSHIP 865-394-2969 Bank of New York Trust Company, N.A. 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Postmaster: Send changes of address to Ten- nessee Town & City, 226 Capitol Blvd., Suite 710, Nashville, TN 37219-1894. www.TML1.org 6-TENNESSEE TOWN & CITY/SEPT. 24, 2007 Inaguration Day for Mayor Dean, Metro Nashville Council DEAN from Page 1 and other historically disadvantaged businesses; and ensure a funding system for the new convention cen- ter that does not place the burden for paying for the new center on the taxpayer. Environment: increase energy efficiency by replacing all tradi- tional light bulbs in Metro facilities and traffic lights with compact fluo- rescent bulbs (CFLs) and light emit- ting diode (LED) bulbs; switch Metro fleets to alternative fuels and use hybrid vehicles; plant more trees and expand the system of parks and greenways. “A true consensus has devel- oped across this community about what is important to us as city,” Dean Photos by Victoria South Diane Neighbors is sworn in as Nashville’s first female vice mayor. said during his inaugural ceremony. U.S. Congressman Jim Cooper congratulates Mayor Dean. “We have come to an agreement the only things we have to do, but about our priorities. These are not they are the most important things. National League of Cities to hold 2007 WIMG seeking nominations The National League of Cities’ elected officials. The nominee is Conference and Exposition in New Orleans (NLC) Women in Municipal Gov- not required to be a member of Ever wonder what it really ernment (WIMG) constituency WIMG A panel of judges repre- means to rebuild a community after a group again launches its leadership senting WIMG and NLC members, natural disaster? Now’s your chance award recognizing female munici- private industry representatives, to find out. The 2007 Congress of pal officials for unique and out- and civic leaders will determine the Cities & Exposition in New Orleans standing leadership in local gov- finalists and the winner of the offers a unique opportunity to view ernment. award. Current members of the the rebirth of the community and see Each year, a winner is recog- WIMG Board of Directors and how far the city has come. nized for individual achievement in WIMG Advisory Council are not Hear the stories, visit the resto- initiating creative and successful eligible. ration zones, and learn about the programs in municipal government Finalists will be announced in recovery process from people who that help citizens, particularly if the advance of the NLC Congress of lived through it and rose above it. leadership serves as a specific Cities in New Orleans, Nov. 13 - Whether new or veteran, all mentoring model for future female 17. The winner will be honored elected and appointed officials, mu- leaders. The WIMG Leadership along with the other finalists during nicipal employees and state league Award promotes the increased rep- the annual WIMG Luncheon on members should attend this once in a resentation of women in local gov- Friday, Nov. 16. All award finalists lifetime event Nov. 13-17, at the ernment and is designed to encour- should plan to travel to New Or- Ernest N. Morial Convention Cen- age more women to run for elected leans to be present for the award. ter. municipal office. For questions or to receive a nomi- The NLC Congress of Cities Ex- The WIMG Leadership Award nation form via e-mail, call Eboni position and Conference offers a is available to all NLC female Morris at NLC at 202- 626-3041. unique mix of general sessions, workshops and networking sessions aimed at providing the insight and TMBF staff reorganization tools needed to solve your cities TMBF from Page 1 dous benefit as we move forward,” problems. perience includes representation of said Seivers. Hear from high profile national national disaster. vention numerous cities, counties, and util- For any assistance concerning speakers, discover new approaches Advanced registration deadline • Interoperability: Can We Talk? ity districts as bond counsel; serving municipal financing, or if competi- to leadership and governance, and is Sept. 30. For online registration • Weathering the Storm: The Role as bond counsel, underwriter’s tors suggest changes to the loans that gain access to a broad network of and a complete schedule of events of Partners in Emergency Re- counsel and bank’s counsel in tax- cities already have with TMBF, information and resources. Network and workshops,visit the NLC sponse exempt and taxable industrial de- please contact the Bond Fund before and share experiences with other lo- website at www.nlc.org • Safe and Sound: Building velopment bond financings; repre- making any decisions. cal elected officials from around the Workshops Include: Afterschool Systems for Chil- sentation of municipal bond issuers It is estimated that the TMBF country. Help solve city problems by • Paying for the Future—Long- dren and Youth on post issuance matters such as IRS has saved cities and counties across listening and sharing ideas with term Financial Planning • Recruiting and Retaining Law audits and arbitrage rebate matters. the state more than $240 million in peers. • Understanding GASB Enforcement Personnel “We are extremely pleased to interest costs alone since its incep- A broad range of workshops or- • Green Buildings • Public-Private Partnerships for have someone of Lewis Bell’s cali- tion and also reduced the cost of ganized into major tracks will be • Developing a City Sustainability Infrastructure ber join the Bond Fund team. His issuance on TMBF loans to more offered in finance, community de- Plan • Transportation Technology vast experience will be a tremen- than 60 percent. velopment, sustainability, public • Regional Water Management • Broadband and Wifi—Technol- For assistance, please feel free to contact anyone on staff. safety, building community, infra- • Smart Growth ogy Strategies Charles “Bones” Seivers 615-255-1561 [email protected] structure, and special topics plus a • Youth Violence and Gang Pre- • Water Infrastructure Wade Morrell 615-255-1561 [email protected] unique and informative set of Host Linda Mooningham 615-255-1561 [email protected] City Mobile Workshops on “Les- Policy Day set for Oct 11, Joe Muscatello 865-671-2038 [email protected] sons Learned” are available; a great Steve Walker 615-714-6182 [email protected] value for any local official who has Tiffany Graham 615-255-1561 [email protected] been or will be called upon to lead a registration deadline Oct. 2 The Tennessee Municipal League Policy Committees will meet Oct. 11 beginning at 10 a.m. in the TML building located at 226 Capitol Boulevard in Nashville. This meeting will begin the process by which TML’s legislative priorities are established for the second session of the 105th General Assembly that begins in January 2008. Deadline to register is October 2. To register on-line to http://www.surveymonkey.com/ s.aspx?sm=w8gu8adIXdiI7e9ozFBXeQ_3d_3d; by FAX: 615-255-4752; or by mail: Tennessee Municipal League, Attn: Mona Lawrence, 226 Capitol Blvd, Suite 710, Nashville, TN 37219. FCC creates chaos over video, cable franchising CABLE from Page 1 cess channels are made available for It would likely cripple many local government, educational and com- BankBank ofof AmericaAmerica governments’ emergency services munity programming, such as high communications, which rely on in- school football or Little League stitutional networks furnished by the games, city or county council meet- isis proudproud toto supportsupport cable operator,” said Beaty, who is ings, and homework help. serving as a spokesperson for the six “Not only would the FCC’s rul- organizations. “What will happen if ings create chaos and uncertainty for TennesseeTennessee MunicipalMunicipal League.League. the backbone of emergency commu- our communities; they have the po- nications is stripped away? What tential to create a real budget gap for happens to the math homework our municipalities that would have channels? How will cities make up to be closed, either by reducing im- lost revenue that currently assures portant local government services or local residents are connected to li- raising fees or taxes in other areas,” braries, governments, schools, se- Beaty said. “This FCC order is a win nior centers, and police and fire sta- for big business and a loss for the tions? The FCC is creating problems people of this country.” – not solutions – by its actions.” In a 2006 survey of local gov- Communities are already expe- ernment cable offices conducted for riencing confusion and backlash NATOA, 94 percent indicated that where state legislatures have taken their community collects a franchise video franchising out of local hands. fee from cable operators. The major- Comcast, a major provider of cable ity, 87 percent, collect a franchise services across the country, has al- fee of 5 percent of gross revenues. Visit us at www.bankofamerica.com. ready informed some agencies in The remaining 13 percent collect Indiana and Michigan that, as a re- varied lesser franchise fees or do not sult of new state cable laws, it is collect a franchise fee at all. canceling all public access channels. More than half of the fees are Video franchise agreements be- used by local governments to sup- tween local governments and cable port their general fund, which funds operators usually provide for an ar- police, fire, schools, transportation ray of services to localities in ex- and other vital public services pro- change for the operator’s use of pub- vided by local governments. Seven- lic property. Institutional networks teen percent of the fees are used for or I-Nets are secure connections to oversight of cable franchising and municipal buildings, police and fire for public access channels; 20 per- stations, courts and jails, schools, cent are used for a combination of libraries, senior centers and hospi- general fund and cable oversight; Bank of America, N.A. Member FDIC. tals. In many communities, these and 11 percent of fees are used solely ©2004 Bank of America Corporation. SPN-41-AD networks are the linchpin of emer- for public access channels. gency communications. Public ac- 7-TENNESSEE TOWN & CITY/SEPT. 24, 2007 www.TML1.org

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration; Fire Science or a related field preferred. Must demonstrate competency in the performance standards for Fire Officer I, II, III and IV as Advertising: $9.25 per column inch. No charge to TML city manager who will be responsible for the is an EEO/AA/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ described in NFPA 1021 Fire Officer Profes- members. Send advertising to: TT&C Classified Ads, Mona day-to-day operations, administration of the ADEA institution in the provision of its educa- sional Qualifications (1977 ed.) Preference Lawrence, 226 Capitol Blvd. Suite 710, Nashville TN annual budget, and overall supervision of 25 37219; e-mail: mlawrence@ TML1.org; or fax: 615-255 tion and employment programs and services. may be given to candidates who are certified full-time employees. The successful applicant Sept. 26-27:The Tennessee Advi- 4752. Fire Officers “CFO” or who are graduates of the should possess experience in municipal gov- LOCAL GOVERNMENT COORDINATOR National Fire Academy, EFO Program (Execu- sory Commission on Intergovern- ernment, preferably as a city manager or as an NASHVILLE. Newly created senior legislative BUDGET PRODUCTIVITY MANAGER tive Fire Officer). Generous benefit package; mental Relations (TACIR) will meet assistant city manager. Salary is negotiable and staff position responsible for advising the Fiscal JOHNSON CITY.The city of Johnson City is salary is negotiable. EOE/M/F/V/D. Minori- resumes will be accepted until the position is Review Committee and the General Assembly Sept. 26-27 in Nashville 1 p.m. on currently accepting applications for the posi- ties are encouraged to apply. Job description on filled. Send resumes to: City Manager Search, on the local government impact of a wide range Wednesday, Sept. 26, and 8:30 a.m. tion of Budget Productivity Manager. The city web site: www.cityofjackson.net. Please City of South Fulton, 700 Milton Counce Dr., of legislative issues. Duties include developing duties of this class involve responsibility for contact the City of Jackson, Personnel Depart- on Thursday, Sept. 27. Legislative South Fulton, TN 38257 and coordinating a state-wide database of local budget analysis and preparation as well as government information, in-depth analysis of ment, 127 E. Main Street, Suite 303, Jackson, Plaza Room 30. An agenda will be coordination of the annual productivity im- TN 38301: phone (731) 425-8252: Fax (731) CITY RECORDER/ADMINISTRATIVE data, creating a network of local government posted on TACIR’s website provement process. Under the direction of the contacts and resources, and liaison with local 425-8673 Assistant City Manager, the Budget Produc- SECRETARY (www.state.tn.us/tacir) before the BELLE MEADE.The city, population 3,000, is government officials across Tennessee. Back- tivity Manager reviews all reports for appro- PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR meeting. The public is welcome. seeking qualified candidates for the position of ground in local government and public adminis- priation from city departments and compares PORTLAND. The city of Portland is seeking City Recorder/Administrative Secretary until tration strongly preferred. Salary range $65,000 those requests with revenue anticipated for the qualified applicants for the position of parks and 4:00 p.m. on September 28, 2007. Primary job - $75,000, depending on qualifications and ex- Oct. 11: The TML Policy Commit- fiscal year. This position monitors departmen- recreation director. The person hired must have duties include maintenance of all official city perience. Send resume and cover letter to James tal expenditures on a quarterly basis and re- graduated from a four year college with two tee meetingswill begin at 10 a.m. at records, preparation of board meeting minutes, W. White, Executive Director, Fiscal Review ports to the City Manager the expenditure th years experience. Applications may be obtained the TML building, 226 Capitol Blvd. agendas, and legal notices, and serving as the Committee, [email protected], 8 trends of municipal departments. Work related from and submitted to the Human Resources receptionist and clerical assistant to the City Floor, 320 Sixth Ave. North, Nashville, TN in Nashville. The meeting begins the to both budget and productivity improvement department or receptionist at city hall, 100 S. Manager, Commissioners, and other depart- 37243 (e-mail preferred). process by which TML ‘s legislative is performed with considerable independence Russell Street, Portland, TN 37148. Position ment heads as needed. A basic understanding in accordance with established guidelines and FINANCE SUPERVISOR/SENIOR opened until filled. EOE. priorities are established for the Sec- procedures established by both the Assistant of municipal accounting principles is required ACCOUNTANT as well as the ability to meet state certification ond Session of the 105th General City Manager and by city charter. Graduation OWASSO, OK. Owasso, Oklahoma (33,858) is SOFTWARE SUPPORT requirements within two years of hire. Mini- Assembly, which begins January from an accredited college or university with a accepting applications for a Finance Supervi- REPRESENTATIVE mum of two years administrative or accounting degree in business, public administration or sor/Senior Accountant. Under general direc- LOCAL GOVERNMENT DATA PROCESS- 2008. Coffee, light refreshments and experience preferred. The successful candi- accounting and considerable experience in tion of the Finance Director, the Finance Su- ING CORP. Local Government Data Processing box lunches provided.Deadline to budget analysis and financial management; or date must be personable, highly organized, and pervisor/Senior Accountant is responsible for able to meet deadlines and multitask, and effec- Corporation is seeking qualified applicants for register is October 2. any equivalent combination of experience and complex accounting duties, including general the position of software support representative. training that provides the required knowledge, tively operate in a team environment. Excellent ledger reconciliations, financial reporting and benefits. Minimum annual salary: $33,400. The Software Support Rep must be a well- skills and abilities. Masters degree in related record keeping; maintains a variety of accounts rounded individual who can easily multi-task Oct. 24-25:The ECD Energy Policy field desirable. Post offer physical and drug EOE. Please send application, resume, and and subsidiary ledgers for various city func- cover letter to Beth Reardon, City Manager, and handle multiple on-going projects while Dept. is sponsoring the first South- screen required. Entry Rate of Pay: tions including capital assets and grants; and answering customer support calls. The ideal $43,894.78 annually. Deadline for applying: 4705 Harding Road, Nashville, 37205 or email performs diverse accounting functions relative east Solar Summit in Oak Ridge. to [email protected]. A printable candidate must also be able to work with virtu- Open until filled. to assigned areas of responsibility. Respon- ally any personality type and possess a “can do” Join leading researchers, scientists, application and job description is available at sible for supervision of accounting, budgetary, engineers, architects, designers, and the city website, www.citybellemeade.org. attitude. Candidates need to have a good under- CITY ADMINISTRATOR. municipal court and utility billing staff. standing of accounting principles and preferably other renewable energy profession- SOMERVILLE. The town of Somerville, pop., Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR some software support experience. Knowledge als from around the Southeast at this 2800, is seeking qualified applicants for the related field required, CPA certification a plus; of Microsoft Excel and Word is also required. position of City Administrator. Responsibili- LAKELAND.The city of Lakeland is seeking must have at least five years responsible expe- exciting program. For more infor- qualified candidates for the position of con- The primary focus of this position is to provide ties include the administration of all city ser- rience in governmental accounting or equiva- software support for accounting and related soft- mation or to register visit https:// vices and departments, including finance and struction inspector whose responsibilities will lent combination of education and experience. include inspecting construction projects such ware for governmental entities across the South- www.ornl.gov/solar_summit2007/ administration, personnel, budgeting, code Knowledge of GASB and GAAP and supervi- east. Prior knowledge with the LGC product enforcement, police, fire, electric, natural gas, as streets, sewers, drainage systems, curbs and sory experience required. Send resume to Hu- gutters, sidewalks, etc. for compliance with all line is preferred. Send resume to: Human Re- water, sanitation, streets, sewer, industrial de- man Resources, P.O. Box 180, Owasso, OK sources, 714 Armstrong Lane, Columbia, TN Nov. 13-17: NLC Congress of Cit- velopment, recreation, planning, and zoning. specifications; maintaining records; and pre- 74055 or submit through employment opportu- paring reports of construction and inspection 38401 or email to bwood@ lgdpc.com. Phone: ies. New Orleans. Deadline for early The position is responsible to a seven member nities at www.cityofowasso.com. Position 931-381-1115. EOE. Board of Mayor and Alderman. The person activities. Substantial successful construction/ open until filled. registration Sept. 30. For informa- construction inspection experience including hired must have a bachelor’s degree in public STAFF ENGINEER tion and to register online, visit administration, business, or related field, and street, curb and gutter construction experience FIRE CHIEF NLC’s website at www.nlc.org. required; ability to operate heavy equipment is CLEVELAND.The City of Cleveland is accept- five years experience in local government JACKSON. The city of Jackson is accepting ing applications from qualified individuals for management of multiple departments. Legis- a plus. Detailed job description available at applications now through Monday, October www.lake landtn.gov or call 901-867-2717. the position of Engineer in the Engineering lative issues, economic development, storm 15, 2007 for fire chief. This position is respon- Division of the Public Works Department. water operations, and planning are high priori- Excellent benefits are offered. Send resume or sible for the overall direction of Fire Adminis- applications to: cityhall@lakelandtn. org or to Qualified applicants will possess a BS Degree in ties. The position requires a leader and a team trative Services; Fireline Operations; Training, Civil Engineering with 2-4 years related experi- player with excellent communications skills. City of Lakeland, 10001 Highway 70, Lake- Fire Prevention and Public Education of the land, TN 38014. EOE. ence, or an equivalent combination of education The city has an annual operating budget of Department and its 177 members. Responsi- and experience. Experience in project design, Rain or shine, $12,180,000 with 59 employees. Salary: bilities include public fire education, fire code IPS CONSULTANT III/CONSULTANT, CAD drafting and general construction survey- DOQ, plus excellent benefits, including auto enforcement, fire investigation, fire suppres- ing is required. E.I.T. or PE preferred but not sleet or hail, expenses. Send letter of application, resume, FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING sion, hazardous material incident response and UT KNOXVILLE. The University of Tennes- required. Major duties include: providing field and salary requirements to: Town of natural and man-made disaster mitigation. Job surveys for project design and construction sur- Somerville, Attention Vivian L. England, City see Municipal Technical Advisory Service has duties include: preparing and administering an every day is perfect openings for three Consultants, Finance and veys for improvement and new construction Administrator, P.O. Box 909, Somerville, TN annual operating budget and developing an- projects for streets, storm water drainage, bridges, 38068. References will be checked. Position Accounting; one each in Jackson, Nashville, nual revisions to the department’s capital im- and Knoxville. Provides professional advice other public facilities; prepare construction plans for a GovDeals sale! open until filled, priority to those resumes provement plan; developing policies, proce- and specifications for improvement and new received by Sept. 28, 2007. EOE. and technical assistance in the area of munici- dures, rules and regulations that meet the pal financial management to Tennessee cities, construction projects; perform construction in- department’s goals and objectives; represent- spections to insure conformance to plans and CITY ADMINISTRATOR various state agencies, Tennessee Municipal ing the department to the citizens of Jackson League, as well as various state associations. specifications; collect storm drainage data to SPRING HILL.The city of Spring Hill, a sub- and visitors; serving as the final authority for all ensure proper design of storm sewer projects; urb of Nashville, with a population of 25,000, Position researches, develops, and maintains activities of the department consistent with the timely technical reports and publications on prepare preliminary cost estimates for construc- is seeking qualified applicants for the position policies established by the Mayor and City tion projects; research property owner deed in- of city administrator. The position reports to a critical financial issues. Develops and teaches Council; ensuring compliance by all subordi- multiple municipal training courses. This posi- formation; prepare temporary and permanent nine member city council. The city has an nates of the policies, procedures, rules and construction easements; assist with acquisition annual budget of approximately 21 million, a tion requires a BA or BS in Business Adminis- regulations; maintaining a courteous and pro- tration, Accounting or Finance, a related field, of properties for public use; serve as construc- Class IV wastewater plant, Class IV water fessional relationship with the general public tion project coordinator with contractors, other plant, police, fire, parks and recreation among or equivalent. Prefer a Master’s degree in and co-workers; acting as Incident Commander Business Administration, Finance or related agencies, property owners, etc.; enforce appli- the 13 departments with a total of 151 employ- at emergency incidents as required; ensuring cable city land-use and development policy, and Online Government ees. The ideal applicant should have a field. Must have at time of employment or that training and education opportunities are must obtain within 18 months of employment, all applicable codes and ordinances; other duties bachelor’s degree in public administration, available for members. The Fire Chief will be as assigned by the City Engineer. Interested Surplus Auctions—24/7 business, or related field plus 8 years of city one of the following: Certified Government an experienced manager and administrator Finance Manager by the Association of Gov- applicants should submit a resume by mail to the management experience; a master’s degree is who will possess good communication, organi- City of Cleveland Human Resources Depart- considered a plus. Applicant needs experience ernment Accountants, or Certified Public Fi- zational and presentation skills. The position nance Officer (CPFO) by the Government Fi- ment, P.O. Box 1519, Cleveland, TN 37364, in Visit GovDeals.com today in budgeting, control of revenues and expendi- requires progressively responsible manage- person to the Municipal Building, 190 Church tures, and management of complex depart- nance Officers Association, or be a Certified ment experience in a governmental organiza- or call 1-866-377-1494 Public Accountant by the state board of ac- Street NE, or by email to jdavis@cityofcleveland ments with multiple functions. Experience in tion, preferable with staff size and overall oper- tn.com. EOE. legislative issues, economic development, re- countancy and in active status with a minimum ating budgets similar to the City of Jackson. development and planning are high priorities. of five (5) years of primarily governmental The position requires a leader, a manager, a experience with at least three (3) years in Ten- team player with strong communication skills nessee. Requires a minimum of five years em- and other skills of a professional city adminis- ployment in a finance related position in state trator. The individual hired must live within or local government with three years as a city the city limits during tenure and have a valid finance director (or equivalent position). Pre- Tennessee driver’s license. Salary: DOE plus fer Tennessee government experience. Please excellent benefits. Send resume to: City of send letter and resume to: IPS Consultant III Spring Hill, Attn: Resume – City Administra- Search; MTAS; 120 Conference Center; Knox- tor, 199 Town Center Parkway, P.O. Box 789, ville, TN 37996-4105 or email to: Spring Hill, TN. 37174. Mark envelope: Re- [email protected]. Positions sume – City Administrator. For further infor- open until filled. The University of Tennessee mation contact City Attorney Tim Underwood is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ th INTEGRITY at 931-363-4571. Deadline: Oct. 15 2007. ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its EOE. education and employment programs and ser- vices. CITY ENGINEER Gallatin.The city of Gallatin is seeking appli- IPS CONSULTANT II/TRAINING cants for the position of city engineer. The city CONSULTANT engineer reports to the mayor, and is respon- UT KNOXVILLE.The University of Tennessee sible to the city council. Job duties include: Municipal Technical Advisory Service has an plans, designs, coordinates, and participates in opening for a Training Consultant in our Knox- subdivision and commercial site plans, road ville office. Conducts formal and informal projects, inspection and maintenance of a va- needs assessments, meets with customers and riety of public facilities; supervises all staff subject matter experts to develop course con- personnel; prepares cost estimates and bid tent and determines the best methodology for documents; makes presentations to Boards delivery of courses to appointed and elected and Commissions; works closely with other municipal officials throughout the State of city departments.Minimum qualifications in- Tennessee. Creates training classes from con- clude any combination of education and expe- ception by conducting research; exploring re- rience equivalent to graduation from an ac- sources; developing exercises, course content, credited college or university with major PowerPoint presentations, and student manu- course work in civil engineering. Consider- als. Curriculum development includes class- able civil engineering experience (5 years or room versions and web-based versions. En- more preferred) in public sector. Upper-level sures quality control of all curriculums that are management experience preferred. Must pos- developed by implementing standard formats sess a driver’s license valid in the State of for lesson plans and course material. Assures Tennessee and be registered as a Professional that courses comply with International Asso- Engineer. Current salary range is $62,432 to ciation for continuing Education and Training $92,681 with excellent benefits.To apply, (IACET) standards. Meets with MTAS subject please submit cover letter summarizing rea- matter experts to ensure standards are under- sons for interest and qualifications, a detailed stood and met. Occasionally facilitates train- resume including salary history, and three pro- ing classes or programs. Also, serves on IPS fessional references. Mail Resumes to City of CEU accreditation committee as an approving Gallatin, 132 W. Main Street, Gallatin, TN member.This position requires a Master’s De- 37066, Attn: Dave Crawford, Personnel Offi- gree in Adult Education, Human Resource De- Straight talk. cial. All applications must be received by velopment, Organizational Development, or a Sept. 28, 2007. EOE. related field. This position also requires a minimum of five years in developing curricula, CITY MANAGER needs assessment, evaluating training pro- No games. PARIS. The city of Paris, population 9,800, is grams, performing logistical development, and seeking applicants for the position of city delivering training programs is essential. Pre- manager who will be responsible for the day- fer three years in a local government to-day operations and administration of a environment. Also requires thorough knowl- Sound advice $10+ million annual budget, and overall su- edge of training methodology, techniques and pervision of a workforce of 140 full-time em- principles, a thorough knowledge of Adult ployees. The successful applicant should pos- Learning techniques, knowledge of research sess a bachelor’s degree in a related field, a methodology as applied to adult education and you can count on. master’s degree in public administration is training, ability to write clearly and concisely, preferred, and a minimum of five years pro- ability to use teaching aids and techniques, gressive experience in municipal government, ability to coordinate multiple programs simul- preferably as a city manager of an assistant city taneously, ability to speak effectively before manager. Equivalent educational qualifica- groups, ability to work effectively with col- tions or experience will be considered. Salary leagues, city officials and university staff, and range: DOQ. Send resume to: David Travis, ability to obtain certifications through Ameri- 1•800•624•9698 Mayor, City Manager Applicant, P.O. Box can Society of Training and Development or 970, Paris, TN 38242. EOE. other related professional organizations.Please send letter and resume to: IPS Consultant II CITY MANAGER Search; MTAS; 120 Conference Center; Knox- SOUTH FULTON. The City of South Fulton, ville, TN 37996-4105 or email to: population 2,517 located in northwest Tennes- [email protected]. Position see, is seeking applicants for the position of open until filled. The University of Tennessee www.TML1.org 8-TENNESSEE TOWN & CITY/SEPT. 24, 2007 Jane Myron wants to give local, state officials a taste of getting up and at ’em The Johnson City vice mayor has upper East Tennessee officials wearing pedometers BY GAEL STAHL challenge to elected officials. Editor JM: The newest one is the In-Step program. It’s a good example of our Two years ago, when Jane Myron vibrant regionalism. We challenged won a seat on the Johnson City Com- all the elected municipal and legisla- mission with her first attempt, she tive officials in District 1 to literally decided to promote community count their steps for 90 days. They health. She was concerned that physi- jumped in and accepted the chal- cal education was no longer found in lenge and are out walking, wearing the schools, adding to the problem of their pedometers, and logging their obesity in schools. steps. Myron gathered a team of deci- After Nov. 1, we’ll hold a press sion makers that mapped out a conference and present the elected citywide health initiative they called official who took the most steps a Up & At Em. By the end of last year, Walking Stick trophy. they were sponsoring a big Turkey Trot walk/run exercise activity for TT&C: You’re getting state and the public. It has also implemented national attention? health/exercise programs for elected JM: Last year, the Tennessee Parks officials, schools, city employees and Recreation Association named it and businesses. Up & At Em won a the leading Parks and Rec program state award last year and, this year, for cities above 50,000. A few weeks national attention. ago, the National League of Cities Myron has been an area busi- (NLC) sent a notice about its Cities nesswoman for 34 years, a caterer Showcase program. We submitted since 1991 and popular restaurateur Up & At Em and described what we since 2000. Commissioners Stephen Darden, Jane Myron, Jeff Banyas, Marcy Walker, and Phil Roe on Inaugural Day do. NLC chose Johnson City to rep- She was born and raised in Nash- in May of this year. Soon after, Myron was elected vice mayor and Roe mayor. resent Tennessee in New Orleans at ville. Her mother, Martha Moon, a the NLC annual conference. Nashville native, was a homemaker TT&C: The media painted a feisty that has a pharmacy school, a major of the kids in the grade schools. We’ve I called up the guy there and and housewife. Her father, Ed Moon, picture. How is the current com- university, a medical school, and a been in touch with the mayor of asked him if he was for real. How an accountant, grew up on an Ala- mission different? Veterans Administration campus. Cookeville about that. He did it there, many other programs did you choose? bama farm and worked for 20 years at JM: We had an election in May and Those four facilities have made us a also. We did about 9,000 kids and he He said they chose about 40 and White Way Laundry in Nashville two new commissioners, Jeff Banyas strong medical community. Ever did 10,000 in his schools. The BMI besides Johnson City getting it for before going into business for him- and Marcy Walker, joined incum- since we got the medical school, the formula gives a read on the amount health, our unique trash-to-energy self. They focused on the education bents Dr. Phil Roe, Stephen Darden growth of our medical community of fat in your body in relation to environmental program at the land- of their two daughters and son, im- and me. Before, our commission has attracted retirees and young fami- height and weight. fill that turns methane gas into en- parting “the old values of giving a meetings started at six, and we never lies alike. When the School of Phar- In December, the U.S. Surgeon ergy would also be showcased. We’re day’s work for a day’s pay and being got out before eleven. We would go macy opened, there were more than General said that due to growing the only city in Tennessee or in the honest, considerate, and loyal.” Her on for an hour or two over one topic. 300 applicants on the waiting list. national obesity, today’s children will country to have two. We’re going to education and upbringing have been Now, we’re back on track and doing not outlive their parents. I thought go down there in November and talk her constant companions, as handy a lot of good things. Steve Darden TT&C: You were elected by your that can’t be. When we did the BMI Tennessee up all over the place. They and useful as a Swiss Army knife. has served two terms as mayor. Now, district’s city officials to represent in January, we found that approxi- are going to know we were there. Myron attended St. Bernard Dr. Roe is mayor. He won over a them on the TML Board of Direc- mately 40 percent of our children Academy, kindergarten through 12th three-term incumbent getting about tors in June? were overweight or obese – right at TT&C: Do you find time to exer- grade, and majored in home econom- 8,000 votes to a former mayor’s 1,800. JM: Yes. I’ve been interested in TML the national average. What the sur- cise and practice what you preach? ics/dietetics at the University of Ten- People wanted a change. They spoke. since my election in 2005. I think it is geon general said applies to our chil- JM: Before I start preparing lunch, nessee. When her father decided to important to be involved in organiza- dren. I don’t have children. But I’ve I’ll go out and walk a mile, and I walk expand his Moon’s Tuxedo, a rentals TT&C: Does the commission have tions, especially effective organiza- always carried some weight and I at night. Ours is an older neighbor- and sales formal wear business, to a major theme it’s pursuing? tions. When I asked City Manager remember when I was one of those hood that is flat and fun to walk. I the Tri-Cities area, the new graduate JM: Mayor Roe wants to be known Pete Peterson to tell me about TML, little kids that people would come up have a recumbent bicycle at home. I moved to Johnson City in 1971 to as ‘the green mayor.’ Johnson City he said we haven’t had a lot of in- to and pinch on the cheeks and say, did three miles on it last night while manage Moon Tuxedos stores in had the first curbside recycling pro- volvement or representation at TML “How cute!” But, you realize you’re watching TV. I’m not one to sit a long Johnson City, Kingsport and Bristol. gram in the state. Citizens accepted it in some years. I said that if it could going to be the last one to be picked time. I’m more apt to say to someone, She got involved in the Johnson well and we are still doing that every help Johnson City, I sure intended to to play Red Rover and other games. hey, let’s go walking. In the last two City-Washington County Chamber Tuesday morning. Our wastewater be as active as they liked. years I’ve probably lost about 40 of Commerce and in Big Brother, treatment facility continues to receive I told (TML Executive Director) TT&C: What does the Johnson pounds. I do practice what I preach. Big Sister. In 1994, she was elected national awards. Margaret Mahery and some other City health initiative do for busi- president of the chamber, the second The Iris Glen Landfill Gas-to- folks that if they gave me an opportu- nesses and employees? TT&C: Are you expanding beyond woman to hold that position. Her Energy Project is in place. It’s a joint nity, I’d produce for them and help JM: We’re starting a corporate pro- Tri-Cities and Cookeville? volunteer work with Big Brother Big venture of Energy Systems Group out in any way that I can. Running for gram this fall dealing with how small JM: Yes, we invited Gov. Bredesen Sister led to working with the Ameri- and the city to harvest the methane district director and getting elected businesses can work with their em- to be part of it. He created GetFitTN can Heart Association, the Arts Coun- gas from the landfill, clean it up and was a good opportunity to do that. ployees in developing better habits. to help address the health issues fac- cil, and the Johnson City Symphony. pump it across town to the Veteran’s We in Tri-Cities have a refresh- A major shift is that we’re trying to ing citizens in Tennessee, including Community work taught her how Administration to use as electricity. ing regional air about us. We feel that help the small businesses because Type 2 diabetes and obesity. The groups working together can multi- It saves the VA approximately 15 what will be good for Johnson City is they are as important as the big com- governor asked Commissioner of ply the good they do. That stirred an percent of its energy costs. likely to be good for Kingsport or panies that have programs. Health Susan R. Cooper to lead the interest in political service because Our city is looking into and has Erwin or Carter County. The same The city has a wellness program charge, along with TeamTN mem- politicians can make things happen, started using biodiesel for its fleet. holds for working in TML. for its employees. The diabetes pro- ber and spokesperson Eddie George, and have the power as well to keep gram for the employees has been a former Tennessee Titan. The com- things from happening. She was well received and has been a wonder- missioner told me to count her in. elected to the city commission on ful benefit. We recently started an She has her pedometer on and would April 27, 2005, and in May this year, employee health initiative by love to be at the press conference halfway through her first term, she partnering with Mountain State after Nov. 1 to add state support. was named vice mayor by the com- Health Alliance that includes testing. [Note: Cooper and the Get Fit mission. This summer we conducted a Tennessee team toured northeast She married Jim Myron in 1990. camp called Fit the Place that we Tennessee last week stopping in When her father sold the formal wear offered at $75 for six weeks. That’s a Unicoi and Johnson Counties visit- stores, they opened Black Tie Formal steal anywhere for a summer camp ing schools and taking part in the Wear in Johnson City, which Jim that lasted six weeks and dealt with Foot-Stomping Fun Night at Unicoi manages. A year later, they started a nutrition and learning lifelong sports. Elementary School in Erwin. There catering business that Jane manages. It was just neater than grits. Sixty five and at Roan Creek Elementary in On Valentine’s Day 2000, they also children ages 6 to 13 learned lifelong Mountain City, Cooper led class- opened Jane’s Lunch Box, a popular sports such as swimming, soccer, rooms in GetFitTN health and fit- restaurant that is patronized even by baseball, tennis, golf, and introduc- ness trivia and observed the school’s dozens that eat there daily. Rave re- tory fishing. I thought it was impor- Fit5 program.] views by food critics about the vast tant that children know how to fish so Our mayor, Dr. Roe said on TV array of homemade offerings at Jane’s we contacted the Tennessee Wildlife that he thinks he has a pretty good Lunch Box can be found online. Resources Agency. They brought the opportunity to win the In-Step walk- Vice Mayor Jane Myron, left with Johnson City School Board Member poles and we brought the children to ing stick. He’s hiked Mt. Rainier TT&C: How’d you meet Jim? Jenny Brock, the co-founder of the Up & At Em program one of our lakes, and we caught some three or four times and said he just JM: He is a native of Johnson City. fish. That kind of activity will be knows he can beat Kingsport Mayor He is an accountant with degrees incorporated in a lot of our parks. Dennis Phillips. Bristol Vice May- from Oxford College in Oxford, Ga., We also bought two hybrid cars and TT&C: How did you get the Up & The city is in the process of pur- or David Shoemaker said Bristol and East Tennessee State University are testing them to see how we can At’Em health initiative started? chasing a rail line and turning it into will win the Walking Stick. They’re (ETSU). His grandfather and father incorporate that technology more. JM: I began with an advisory panel a walking and biking trail. We’re all out there hoofing it around their and uncle started the Jones Ear, Nose, Our city manager and mayor attended of 10 people. Each one was over a waiting to hear about that now. towns. Mayor Phillips asked me to and Throat Hospital, the only one a commission meeting in Bristol. large group of people – the medical Those are the kinds of projects issue the challenge in person at their between Roanoke and Nashville. We They used one gallon of gas for the center, the school system, ETSU, the that are gathering momentum. last meeting and I did. When I asked still own that downtown building. 40-mile round trip. I’m very pleased media, the chamber, and Economic Alderman Kevin Parsons in Moun- Our formal wear store is on the ground we have a tremendous environmen- Development. TT&C: What was the first Up & tain City to be part of it he invited floor, and we’re part of the down- tal base and the potential to grow it. The working committee con- At Em public exercise event? Mayor Roe and me to drive over and town Johnson City revitalization. sisted of 40 people who represented JM: Last year we held the Turkey issue the challenge to their commis- TT&C: Other than health and en- 40 different groups so that we had Trot, and we’re doing it again this sion. TT&C: You led the ticket two years vironment initiatives, where is someone representing minorities, the year so it becomes a tradition. What I think it’s creating a bit stronger ago when you were elected com- Johnson City headed? Junior League, mental health, or we did was to gather folks on Thanks- working relationship with our fellow missioner. What was your appeal? JM: I feel very good about where our ETSU athletics, for example. I’d have giving morning at 8:30 for a 5K walk elected officials. JM: The No. 1 issue for the seven city is going. We are waiting for a been happy to get 80 percent of them and run. The fellow who was chair- people running for two seats was study from the Market Street Group around the table, but they all were ing it said that if we had 80 runners TT&C: Avid runners like Pulaski probably that people wanted a change. out of Atlanta to help guide us in our there. We accomplished what we did we would be doing great. Mayor Dan Speer and the former Incumbent Steve Darden, an attor- economic development. Our cham- through wonderful collaboration. I’m thinking, “We’re putting in mayors of Dyersburg and Selmer ney, was re-elected, and I was the ber of commerce is strong. This area’s We had specific activities for all this time and effort for 80 run- used to challenge elected officials new one. I had different issues than scenic attractiveness is absolutely school children, for our employees, ners? I don’t think so!” to 5K and 10K races and even dis- some incumbents. I stressed bike- stellar. We have quality growth, good and for families. The health of our We ended up with a total of tributed Mayors’ Challenge T- ways, greenways, and education, and job opportunities, and recreational whole community is near and dear to 1,058 people of whom 492 were run- shirts. Will you be challenging the had good name recognition from my prospects so diverse that we are get- my heart. ners. The other half were walkers. Middle and West Tennessee mu- business and community work. I ran ting to be known as a destination city We promoted the event for everyone nicipal officials? as Plain Jane – plain honest and plain for those opportunities. TT&C: What did you do in the in the family by saying it was an JM: Consider it done. It’s too late for respectful. Just down the road is the legend- schools? opportunity for women cooking this year’s Step-In challenge, but the I tried to bring civility to the ary Appalachian Trail. We have wa- JM: We have been working closely Thanksgiving dinner to send every- walking stick trophy will be at stake commission and to show respect to ter, lakes, and rivers all around here. with the schools. We got the school body out to go walk or run and then again next year. I can see officials citizens. We had been criticized by A trophy trout stream runs through coordinating health person that the come back home for the family’s everywhere leading by example in people who said they felt too intimi- parts of the city into Watauga Lake. governor gave us the opportunity to Thanksgiving Day dinner. It was a Tennessee and leading the country dated to participate in commission Fly fishermen all across the country, obtain. Since he is going to mandate big success. into more healthy activities like those meetings. I told people that as long as all types of fishermen, know about it. the body mass index (BMI), we went that Up & At Em sponsors. I was on there that would not happen. Ours is the only area in the state ahead last year and did all the BMIs TT&C: Describe the Up & At Em