Hendersonville public meetings in 2024
161 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Parks & Recreation
The Hendersonville Board of Parks and Recreation will meet on December 16, 2024, to consider approving 2025 meeting dates, a 2025 LPRF grant application, and a video game arcade trailer. They will also receive verbal updates from staff on programs, athletics, special events, parks maintenance, and general operations. Public comments will be heard and the November 18, 2024 meeting minutes will be approved.
- 2025 Meeting Dates – Andy Gilley
- 2025 LPRF Grant Application – Andy Gilley
- Video Game Arcade Trailer – Mike Oganov
- Approval of November 18, 2024 meeting minutes
- Monthly Disciplinary Report (for information)
The Hendersonville Board of Parks & Recreation met on December 16, 2024, and unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the November 18, 2024 minutes. No items were brought forward for approval. The meeting consisted of staff verbal updates on upcoming events, facility renovations, and program statuses, plus a recognition of outgoing board member Lee Peterson.
- Approved December 16, 2024 agenda (6-0)
- Approved November 18, 2024 minutes (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting (6-0)
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board will hold a public hearing, consider approving minutes, and act on consent agenda items accepting dedications of rights-of-way and streets. They will vote on second reading of an ordinance creating a Lakeshore Committee, consider first reading of a budget amendment for the Eagle View Project, and authorize a fire department grant application. Appointments to committee positions and brief committee reports are also scheduled.
- Second reading of Ordinance 2024-21 to establish a Lakeshore Committee (amended on first reading to reduce membership from 9 to 5)
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-23 amending budget for Eagle View Project (amount not specified)
- Resolution 2024-46 authorizing Fire Department to apply for Assistance to Firefighters Grant
- Consent agenda: acceptance of dedications of rights-of-way and streets (Resolutions 2024-39, 2024-44, 2024-45) in Indian Lake, Millstone, and Meadows of Indian Lake subdivisions
- Appointments to Capital Projects Chair, fifth Non-Profit Committee member, and Citizen Committee Liaisons
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted 9-3 to accept the dedication of an unnamed right-of-way in Indian Lake Subdivision, despite concerns from three aldermen. They also unanimously approved accepting completed streets in Millstone and Meadows of Indian Lake, passed the Lakeshore Committee ordinance, and approved the first reading of a budget amendment for the Eagle View Project. Several appointments were made, including Roberson as Capital Projects chair.
- Approved Resolution 2024-39 accepting Indian Lake right-of-way dedication (9-3)
- Approved Resolution 2024-44 accepting Millstone streets dedication (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-45 accepting Meadows of Indian Lake streets dedication (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2024-21 establishing Lakeshore Committee (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2024-23 first reading for Eagle View Project funds (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-46 to apply for Firefighters Grant (unanimous)
- Elected Roberson as Capital Projects Chair (unanimous)
- Appointed Evans as fifth Non-Profit Committee member (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Public Works Committee
The committee will read and discuss Resolution 2024-47, which authorizes the mayor to execute purchase and sale agreements for right-of-way and easements at the juncture of Drakes Creek Road, Avant Lane, Countryside Drive, and Anderson Road, related to the former Drakes Creek Roundabout Project. The purchases would use already-appropriated funds not to exceed $82,000. The committee will also approve the minutes from its November 26, 2024, meeting.
- Reading of Resolution 2024-47 for purchase and sale of right-of-way near Drakes Creek Road, Avant Lane, Countryside Drive, and Anderson Road (up to $82,000 from previously appropriated funds)
- Approval of November 26, 2024, Public Works Committee meeting minutes
The Public Works Committee voted unanimously to send Resolution 2024-47, approving the purchase and sale of right-of-way near Drakes Creek Road, Avant Lane, Countryside Drive, and Anderson Road, to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen (BOMA) without a recommendation. The resolution is requested to be added to the January 14, 2025, BOMA meeting agenda. The committee also approved the November 26, 2024, meeting minutes unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved sending Resolution 2024-47 to BOMA without recommendation (unanimous)
- Requested Resolution 2024-47 be added to January 14, 2025 BOMA agenda
- Approved November 26, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Public Safety Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss a resolution authorizing the Fire Department to apply for an Assistance to Firefighters Grant. The grant would fund new fire hose and regional medical training.
- Resolution 2024-46: Authorization to apply for Assistance to Firefighters Grant
- Proposed $232,317.50 for fire hose replacement for seven Engine Companies and stations
- Proposed $245,757.00 for regional EMT/AEMT/Paramedic classes with Gallatin and Goodlettsville
- Estimated city cost of $47,807.45 (10% match) for the total $478,074.50 project
Arts Council
The Hendersonville Arts Council will meet to consider approving a logo design and receive updates on the library exhibit, the 2025 Arts Festival, the website, and the Holiday Open House. No contracts or financial decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Action item: Logo Design discussion
- Verbal update: Library Exhibit
- Verbal update: Arts Festival 2025
- Verbal update: Website Update
- Verbal update: Holiday Open House
The Hendersonville Arts Council approved a new logo design, with William Clifford to refine it for use. The council also delayed approval of November minutes until January and received updates on upcoming events, including a library exhibit and the Holiday Open House.
- Approved agenda unanimously
- Delayed approval of November 11, 2024 minutes until January meeting
- Approved proposed logo design unanimously
Beer Board
The Hendersonville Beer Board will meet December 5, 2024, to consider three new beer permit applications: LGG, LLC dba Tailgate Brewery at 248 Sanders Ferry Road; SJNC Enterprises LLC dba Pickleball Kingdom Hendersonville at 90 Volunteer Dr. Suite 480; and Oscar’s Taco Shop 28 LLC at 202 N. Anderson Lane Suite 105. The board will also discuss an expired CVS beer permit, a prior motion regarding a 30-day threshold for permits, and potential revocation of Exxon-A+-Tigermart’s permit if closed since May 2024. Staff will provide updates on recently released permits and tax payments.
- New beer permit application by LGG, LLC dba Tailgate Brewery Hendersonville (248 Sanders Ferry Road)
- New beer permit application by SJNC Enterprises LLC dba Pickleball Kingdom Hendersonville (90 Volunteer Dr. Suite 480)
- New beer permit application by Oscar’s Taco Shop 28 LLC (202 N. Anderson Lane, Suite 105)
- Discussion of expired CVS beer permit and prior motion to reject permits under 30-day threshold
- Discussion of possible revocation of Exxon-A+-Tigermart beer permit if closed since May 2024
The Hendersonville Beer Board unanimously approved a Special Occasion Beer Permit for Tailgate Brewery Hendersonville, contingent on a state certificate of registration, and a Beer Permit for Pickleball Kingdom Hendersonville, contingent on a city business tax license. The board also approved the agenda as amended and the October 3, 2024 meeting minutes. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved Special Occasion Beer Permit for Tailgate Brewery Hendersonville (unanimous, contingent on state certificate)
- Approved Beer Permit for Pickleball Kingdom Hendersonville (unanimous, contingent on city business tax license)
- Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
- Approved October 3, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Beautiful Hendersonville Committee
The Beautiful Hendersonville Committee will hold its regular meeting on December 5, 2024. They will discuss action items including litter cleanup locations for community service workers, the upcoming Christmas parade on December 8, an open house on December 10, removal of decorations from city hall, and a date change for the January meeting. Verbal updates will cover bridge electrical work, artsy trashcans, gazebo decoration, and the welcome sign.
- Litter cleanup locations for community service workers
- Christmas parade on Sunday, Dec. 8th
- Open House on Tuesday, Dec. 10 – invitations and time slots
- Removal of decorations from city hall (date TBD)
- January meeting date changed
The Beautiful Hendersonville Committee met on December 5, 2024, and approved the agenda and the November 7, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. No presentations were made. The committee discussed and planned for the Christmas parade, an open house, city hall decorations, and other beautification projects, but took no formal votes on these items.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved Nov. 7, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (all approved)
Hendersonville Planning Commission
The Hendersonville Planning Commission will consider site plans for a new 2,720-square-foot Fortune House restaurant with a drive-thru at 123 Walton Ferry Road and an 11,650-square-foot building addition at Redeemer Church at 177 Bonita Parkway. The Commission will also vote on three resolutions to accept completed streets in the Millstone, Indian Lake, and Meadows of Indian Lake subdivisions. Staff will report on previously approved and pending site plans.
- Fortune House site plan: new full-service restaurant with 28 parking spaces and a 12-vehicle drive-thru at 123 Walton Ferry Road
- Redeemer Church building addition: 11,650-square-foot expansion with additional parking at 177 Bonita Parkway
- Resolution 2024-11: recommend acceptance of completed streets in Millstone Phases 1, 2, and 3
- Resolution 2024-12: recommend acceptance of completed streets in Indian Lake Phase 5, Sections 4, 5, and 8
- Resolution 2024-13: recommend acceptance of completed streets in Meadows of Indian Lake Phase 4, Section 1
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board will hold a public hearing and consider first reading of Ordinance 2024-21 to establish a special committee called the Lakeshore Committee. A resolution amending the job classification list and pay table will also be read. Other business includes appointing members to standing committees, electing a vice-mayor, and presenting proclamations for former aldermen Lee Peterson and Jim Waters.
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-21 establishing the Lakeshore Committee
- Reading of Resolution 2024-42 amending job classification list and pay table
- Appointment of members to regular standing committees
- Election of Vice-Mayor
- Proclamations for former aldermen Lee Peterson and Jim Waters
General Committee
This is a procedural organizational meeting. The General Committee will elect a chair and vice chair, and consider recommendations for liaison appointments. No substantive business or ordinances are on the agenda.
- Election of Committee Chair
- Election of Vice Chair
- Recommendations for liaison appointments
Public Works Committee
The committee will read Ordinance 2024-23, which amends the budget to appropriate $94,200 from an escrow account for the Eagle View Subdivision project after the developer defaulted. It will also read two resolutions accepting dedication of completed streets in Millstone Phases 1-3 and Meadows of Indian Lake Phase 4 Section 1. Other agenda items include updates on trash collection, a stormwater penalty matrix, the Maple Row Blvd stormwater improvement project, and a verbal update on traffic light synchronization.
- Ordinance 2024-23: budget amendment appropriating $94,200 for Eagle View Subdivision after developer default
- Resolution 2024-44: accepting completed streets in Millstone Phases 1, 2 & 3
- Resolution 2024-45: accepting completed streets in Meadows of Indian Lake Phase 4 Section 1
- Stormwater penalty matrix discussion
- Maple Row Blvd stormwater improvement project update
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee is holding an organizational meeting with no substantive policy items scheduled. The agenda includes only procedural items: electing a chair and vice chair, accepting the agenda, and public comments.
- Elect chair
- Elect vice chair
Finance Committee
The Hendersonville Finance Committee will consider Ordinance 2024-23, which appropriates $94,200 from an escrow account to complete the Eagle View subdivision improvements after the developer missed milestones. The committee will also elect a chairman and vice-chairman, approve prior meeting minutes, and receive recurring financial reports (sales tax, hotel-motel tax, investment earnings, stormwater, and PIPP fund).
- Ordinance 2024-23: Amends FY25 budget to appropriate $94,200 from Eagle Homes, LLC escrow for Eagle View project improvements after default
- Election of a Chairman and Vice-Chairman for the committee
- Approval of August 27, 2024, meeting minutes
- Sales Tax Analysis report – July 2024 state sales tax $666,886, local sales tax $1,863,151
- Hotel-Motel Tax report – July 2024 occupancy tax $47,980.49
Committee on Committees Meeting
The Committee on Committees will consider and assign members to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen's four standing committees. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as call to order, agenda acceptance, and citizen comments.
- Consideration of membership assignments for the Board of Mayor and Aldermen's four standing committees
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is reviewing Ordinance 2024-22 to ratify a settlement agreement between the City and Fire Chief Scotty Bush. The settlement follows a grievance regarding educational attainment pay and the application of city rules.
- Ordinance 2024-22: Ratification of a settlement agreement with Fire Chief Scotty Bush
- Budget amendment to Ordinance 2024-08 to appropriate funds for the settlement
- Settlement cost estimated at $42,000 above the current budget
- Approval of November 19, 2024, Special Called BOMA Meeting minutes
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider Ordinance 2024-22 to ratify a settlement agreement from the Management Review Committee regarding Fire Chief Scotty Bush's grievance over educational attainment pay. The settlement includes a 2.5% retroactive pay increase, a $17,500 cash payment in quarterly installments, and $24,475 in attorney fees. The ordinance also amends the FY2025 budget to appropriate $42,667, which will deplete the general fund surplus and use available fund balance.
- Ratification of settlement with Fire Chief Scotty Bush for his grievance over education pay policy
- 2.5% pay increase retroactive to May 22, 2024, plus $17,500 in quarterly payments ($4,375 each)
- City to pay $24,475 in attorney fees to Shields Construction Law, PLLC
- Budget amendment of $42,667 from general fund surplus and fund balance
- Fourth quarterly payment of $4,375 to be budgeted in FY2026
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Deer Monitoring Committee
The committee will review the 2024-25 initiatives and the action plan for 2025 agenda items. Members will also discuss requests from hunters for hunting locations and strategic communications.
- 2024-25 agenda and initiatives
- Request of hunters for places to hunt
- Action Plan for 2025 agenda items
- Follow-up on strategic communications
Finance Committee
The committee is reviewing Ordinance 2024-22 to ratify a settlement agreement regarding a grievance filed by Fire Chief Scotty Bush over educational attainment pay. The proposal includes a budget amendment to appropriate funds for retroactive pay, damages, and legal fees.
- Ordinance 2024-22: Ratification of settlement agreement with Fire Chief Scotty Bush
- Proposed $17,500 cash payment for compensatory damages paid in four quarterly installments
- Proposed 2.5% retroactive pay increase to Chief Bush effective May 22, 2024
- Proposed $24,475 payment to Shields Construction Law, PLLC for attorney fees
- FY25 budget amendment request for $42,667
Board of Parks & Recreation
The Board of Parks and Recreation will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive verbal updates from department leadership. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and staff reports.
- Approval of October 28, 2024 meeting minutes
- Recognition of Lee Peterson
- Verbal updates from the Parks Director and Assistant Directors
- Review of the Special Event List
- Review of the Monthly Disciplinary Report
Golf Commission
The Hendersonville Golf Course Commission will discuss and potentially approve sledding signage and a letter to the neighborhood, approve the 2025 meeting schedule, receive an update on an easement, and recognize Chairman Maynord. The meeting also includes a note to skip the December meeting.
- Sledding signage and letter to neighborhood
- Approval of 2025 commission meeting dates
- Update on easement
- Recognition of Chairman Maynord
- Note to skip December 2024 meeting
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will vote on four resolutions, including next steps for the Drakes Creek Roundabout at the intersection of Drakes Creek Road, Avant Lane, Countryside Drive, and Anderson Road, and final approval of the Norman Creek Phase 3 development plan on 0 Anderson Lane. Other business includes establishing a waste collection incentive program and accepting completed streets in Savannah Phase 8, Section 2. The board will also vote on appointments to the Beautiful Hendersonville, Art Council, Disability Board, and Facilities Naming Committee.
- Resolution 2024-43: approve next steps for Drakes Creek Roundabout Project (subject to Ordinance 2002-12)
- Resolution 2024-38: approve Norman Creek Phase 3 Final Development Plan at 0 Anderson Lane
- Resolution 2024-41: create a "High Performer" Waste Collection Incentive Program
- Resolution 2024-40: accept dedication of completed streets in Savannah, Phase 8, Section 2
- Reappointments to Disability Board (Garton, McKenzie) and appointment of William Styles
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
General Committee
The General Committee will hold first readings of three items: Ordinance 2024-21 establishing a special Lakeshore Committee to advise on Old Hickory Lake and shoreline issues; Resolution 2024-42 amending the job classification list and pay table for Public Works; and Resolution 2024-43 approving next steps for the Drakes Creek Roundabout Project. The committee will also approve minutes from the October 8, 2024 meeting and hear citizen comments.
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-21 to create a nine-member Lakeshore Committee for studying Old Hickory Lake and shoreline issues
- First reading of Resolution 2024-42 amending job classifications: adding Design Engineer I (GE22) and modifying Design Engineer to Design Engineer II (GE23)
- First reading of Resolution 2024-43 approving next steps for the Drakes Creek Roundabout at the junction of Drakes Creek Road, Avant Lane, Countryside Drive, and Anderson Road
- Approval of October 8, 2024 meeting minutes
Arts Council
The Arts Council will meet to review updates on the 2025 Arts Festival and a holiday open house. The body will also discuss a website update and an artist showcase at the library.
- Arts Festival 2025
- Artist Showcase-Library
- Holiday Open House
- Website Update
Beautiful Hendersonville Committee
The Beautiful Hendersonville Committee is discussing routine beautification action items, including a community litter cleanup review, a plant sale with Sumner County Master Gardeners, wreaths, City Hall decoration dates, an Open House on Dec. 10, and the Christmas Parade. Verbal updates cover bridge electrical work, artsy trashcans, gazebo repairs, welcome signs, and art on bridges and steps. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comments.
- Community Litter Cleanup review
- Plant Sale with Sumner County Master Gardeners scheduled for April 12, 2025
- Open House on Dec. 10 with invitations, time slots, and art
- Christmas Parade discussion
- Bysor Cemetery and various other location updates
The Beautiful Hendersonville Committee approved a partnership with the Sumner County Master Gardeners for a plant sale on April 12, 2025, at Memorial Park. They also decided to decorate City Hall on November 22, 2024, and reviewed the success of the community litter cleanup. No other formal votes were taken.
- Approved partnership with Sumner County Master Gardeners (unanimous)
- Set City Hall decoration date for November 22, 2024
- Reviewed community litter cleanup as successful
- Discussed extending cleanup times and areas
- Noted Public Works will pick up trash bags from cleanup locations
Hendersonville Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request by National Healthcare Corporation to rezone 15.88 acres at 1000 Berkley Avenue for an amended Comprehensive Development Plan (Willowbrooke Phase 2) allowing a 169-unit independent living facility for seniors. Other agenda items include a Walmart #1376 remodel site plan, final plats for Millstone and Stonecrest phases, and a preliminary plat for Berry Hill Phase 2 Section 3.
- Public hearing and vote on rezoning 15.88 acres from MXR-PD to MXR-PD with a new Comprehensive Development Plan for Willowbrooke Phase 2 (Thrive Senior Living), adding independent living units and a 39-foot building height waiver
- Walmart #1376 Remodel site plan at 204 N Anderson Ln N with a requested waiver
- Final plats for Millstone Phase 6, Millstone Phase 7 Section 1, and Stonecrest Phase 5 Section 3
- Preliminary plat for Berry Hill Phase 2 Section 3 on Huckleberry Way
- Site plan for The Cages at 135 Walton Ferry Rd
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Hendersonville Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings and consider three variance requests. Each request seeks relief from setback requirements for residential improvements: a detached garage, an enclosed porch, and a carport.
- Variance request by Geoff Gilmore for a detached garage at 119 Grapevine Road, seeking to reduce side yard setback from 8' to 4' and rear yard setback from 20' to 10'.
- Variance request by Ryan Dowd for an enclosed porch at 150 Fountain Brooke Drive, seeking to allow a 5.46-foot encroachment into the setback.
- Variance request by Jennifer Lester for a carport at 102 La Vista Drive, seeking to reduce the rear setback from 20' to 3'.
Board of Parks & Recreation
The Board of Parks and Recreation will meet to approve several event requests and field usage applications. The meeting also includes verbal updates from parks and recreation staff.
- Mustache Bash: Nashville Jr. Roller Derby
- TN Kids Belong foster fee waivers
- Scrubby’s Car Wash proposal
- TUSC Labor Day Tournament and Winter Field Usage requests
- College Rugby Championship and All-Star Game
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee is reviewing resolutions to accept new street dedications and establish a performance reward program for waste collection crews. The body will also receive updates on trash collection and light synchronization.
- Resolution 2024-41: Establishing a 'High Performer' Waste Collection Incentive Program with $1,000 quarterly rewards ($4,000 annually)
- Resolution 2024-39: Accepting unnamed right of way in Indian Lake Subdivision Re-sub Sections 4, 5, & 8 between 145 and 131 Indian Lake Blvd
- Resolution 2024-40: Accepting completed streets in Savannah Phase 8, Section 2
- Trash Collection Update
- Light Synchronization verbal update
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
This meeting includes a public hearing and second reading of an ordinance to rezone 4.84 acres from residential to commercial for the Wyncrest Commercial Plaza. The board will also consider the second reading of the Safe Neighborhoods Ordinance to set a default 25 mph speed limit on residential streets. Additionally, resolutions for development plans at Futbol5 and Norman Creek Phase 3 will be read. Appointments to several boards are also on the agenda.
- Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2024-18 rezoning 4.84 acres at Saundersville Road and Wyncrest Way to General Commercial, Planned Development (Wyncrest Commercial Plaza)
- Second reading of Ordinance 2024-16 (Safe Neighborhoods Ordinance) amending speed limits in residential areas to a default 25 mph
- Reading of Resolution 2024-34 amending the Futbol5 Comprehensive Development Plan at 240 Innovation Way
- Reading of Resolution 2024-38 approving Norman Creek Phase 3 Final Development Plan at 0 Anderson Lane
- Appointments to Beautiful Hendersonville, Disability Board, and Golf Course Commission
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Golf Commission
The Hendersonville Golf Course Commission will meet to approve minutes from September, discuss public comments, and vote on items including clubhouse updates and a closure day in early November. The agenda includes updates on an easement and a letter from the mayor regarding sledding signage.
- Approval of September 16, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approval of clubhouse items from Public Works review list
- Closure day in early November
- Update on easement
- Sledding signage letter from Mayor to neighborhood
Deer Monitoring Committee
The Deer Monitoring Committee will review 2024-25 initiatives including a deer dashboard, USDA survey results, accident reports, and carcass removals. They will also discuss a request from hunters for places to hunt and plans for a presentation to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen covering the deer workshop, herd survey, pamphlet, and website.
- Discussion of 2024-25 initiatives: deer dashboard, TWRA hunt info, depredation results, accident reports, carcass removals, insurance costs
- Request of hunters for places to hunt
- Plans for BOMA presentation on deer workshop, herd survey, pamphlet, and website
- Enforcement of no-feeding ordinance and public education on seasonal deer events
Arts Council
The Hendersonville Arts Council will hold a regular meeting on October 14, 2024. The only action item is a discussion of the Holiday Lights Contest. The council will also vote on minutes from August and September meetings and receive verbal updates on the 2025 Arts Festival, website updates, and the Holiday Open House.
- Action item: Holiday Lights Contest discussion
- Approval of August 12, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approval of September 9, 2024 meeting minutes
- Verbal updates on Arts Festival 2025, website, Holiday Open House
Industrial Development Board
The Industrial Development Board will hold a public hearing and consider a preliminary bond resolution for up to $8 million in revenue bonds for the Dynamic Property Management TN, LLC project. The board will also consider a funding request from the Chamber of Commerce for tornado relief. Other items include approval of minutes and a financial report.
- Public hearing on Industrial Development Revenue Bonds, Series 2024 (Dynamic Property Management TN, LLC Project) up to $8,000,000
- Consideration of Preliminary Bond Resolution for the same $8,000,000 bond issue and related Letter of Intent
- Consideration of request from Chamber of Commerce for Economic and Community Development Funding for Tornado Relief Fund
- Approval of June 13, 2024 minutes
- Financial report and report of City ECD
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee will consider Ordinance 2024-16, the Safe Neighborhoods Ordinance, which would lower the default speed limit in residential areas from 30 mph to 25 mph. The committee will also approve minutes from the July 9, 2024 meeting. No other major decisions are on the agenda.
- Reading of Ordinance 2024-16, Safe Neighborhoods Ordinance, to reduce default residential speed limit from 30 to 25 mph
- Estimated $169,000 cost for replacing speed limit signs
- Proposed traffic calming measures such as radar speed signs and speed tables
- Ordinance effective date set 30 days after mid-year budget review
General Committee
The General Committee will hear two resolutions: one amending the Futbol5 Comprehensive Development Plan to reduce required parking from 220 to 174 spaces, and another approving the Norman Creek Phase 3 Final Development Plan at 0 Anderson Lane. The committee will also approve September meeting minutes and hear citizen comments.
- Resolution 2024-34 amends the Futbol5 comprehensive plan at 240 Innovation Way, reducing parking from 220 to 174 spaces
- Resolution 2024-38 approves the Norman Creek Phase 3 final development plan at 0 Anderson Lane
- Approval of September 10, 2024 meeting minutes
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a first reading of Ordinance 2024-16, which would amend city code to review and address speed limits in residential areas. The consent agenda includes three resolutions accepting dedication of completed streets in Durham Farms phases 2-4. The board will also consider rescheduling the December 24, 2024 meeting.
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-16, the Safe Neighborhoods Ordinance, to amend residential speed limits
- Resolution 2024-35 accepting dedication of streets in Durham Farms Phase 2, Section 27
- Resolution 2024-36 accepting dedication of streets in Durham Farms Phase 3, Sections 30 and 32
- Resolution 2024-37 accepting dedication of streets in Durham Farms Phase 4, Section 35A
- Consideration of rescheduling the December 24, 2024 BOMA meeting
Beer Board
The Hendersonville Beer Board is meeting to discuss committee business regarding several local establishments and events. The board will review requests from Half Batch Brewing, Operation Rose, Thai Orchid, Mercado Latino, and Trattoria La Caverna.
- Half Batch Brewing: Bonita Block Party
- Half Batch Brewing: Durham Farms Harvest Fest
- Half Batch Brewing: Stumpberfest
- Operation Rose: Hope in Motion 5k
- Applications for Thai Orchid, Mercado Latino, and Trattoria La Caverna
Beautiful Hendersonville Committee
The Beautiful Hendersonville Committee will review action items including the Beautification Awards deadline, community litter cleanup on Oct. 19, bridge electrical work, wreath decorations, and welcome sign landscaping. Verbal updates will cover litter awareness, bridge pressure washing, and gazebo completion.
- Beautification Awards winners due Oct. 14, photos due Oct. 17
- Community litter cleanup on Oct. 19 with locations and hours
- Bridge electrical work
- Wreath new pole plates and rework berries and bows
- Welcome sign landscape on Oct. 8 at 7:00 a.m. Jackson
Hendersonville Planning Commission
The Hendersonville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two continued items: a parking reduction request from Futbol5 Investment Group at 240 Innovation Way, and a rezoning of 74.9 acres by JLR Property Holdings LLC at Caldwell Drive. They will also review a concept plan for Heritage Park (119 East Drive) funded by a $3.38 million state grant, plus several development and site plans.
- Futbol5 CDP amendment to reduce required parking from 220 to 174 spaces (amended request) at 240 Innovation Way
- JLR Caldwell Drive rezoning of 74.9 acres from Estate Residential to SR-1 Planned Development at 155 Caldwell Drive
- Heritage Park concept plan with $3.38 million LPRF grant; city contributes land value of $3.38 million
- Sumner County Health Department site plan at 351 New Shackle Island Road
- Resolutions recommending acceptance of completed streets in Durham Farms Phases 2, 3, and 4
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Public Works Committee
The committee will hold the first reading of Ordinance 2024-16, which would lower the default speed limit on local residential streets from 30 to 25 mph and authorize traffic-calming measures. It will also consider three resolutions accepting the dedication of completed streets in Durham Farms Phase 2, 3, and 4. Updates on trash collection performance and light synchronization are scheduled as discussion items.
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-16 to reduce default speed limit from 30 to 25 mph, with an estimated $169,000 for signs and signposts
- Resolution 2024-35 accepting dedication of completed streets in Durham Farms Phase 2, Section 27
- Resolution 2024-36 accepting dedication of completed streets in Durham Farms Phase 3, Sections 30 and 32
- Resolution 2024-37 accepting dedication of completed streets in Durham Farms Phase 4, Section 35A
- Trash collection update and light synchronization verbal update
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board will hold a public hearing and vote on ordinances, including a rezoning for a commercial plaza, compensation for board members, final budget adjustments, and a permit policy for private outdoor activities in city parks. A presentation from the Deer Herd Monitoring and Control Committee is also scheduled.
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-18: rezone 4.84 acres at Saundersville Road and Wyncrest Way from SR-1 to GC-PD for Wyncrest (Moon Nursery) Commercial Plaza
- Second reading of Ordinance 2024-12: establish compensation for members of Parks & Rec, Golf Course, Beer Board, and other boards
- Second reading of Ordinance 2024-15: final year adjustments to the FY2025 budget
- Second reading of Ordinance 2024-19: adopt a private outdoor fee-based activity permit and policy in city parks
- Presentation by Deer Herd Monitoring and Control Committee
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Parks & Recreation
The Board will vote on several items for approval, including a research study on American crows, a ball hockey program proposal, a middle school dodgeball tournament, and site maps for Bearpaw Lacrosse and Sumner Fest. They will also receive verbal updates from recreation and parks staff and hear public comments.
- Research study on American crows
- Ball hockey program proposal
- Middle school dodgeball tournament
- Bearpaw Lacrosse event map approval
- Sumner Fest site map approval
Capital Projects Committee
The Capital Projects Committee will hold a work session to discuss the 2025-2035 Transportation Capital Improvement Plan draft. The public may comment on the draft during the meeting. The committee will also approve minutes from July 11, 2024.
- Approval of July 11, 2024 meeting minutes
- Work session on 2025-2035 Transportation Capital Improvement Plan draft
- Public comment on the transportation plan draft
The Capital Projects Committee held a work session to discuss the draft 2025-2035 Transportation Capital Improvement Plan, with presentations on public survey results and project prioritization goals. No formal decisions were made; the agenda was approved, but the July 11, 2024 minutes were deferred to the next meeting. A resident commented on traffic studies and specific road concerns.
- Approved meeting agenda unanimously
- Deferred approval of July 11, 2024 minutes to next meeting
- Discussed draft 2025-2035 Transportation Capital Improvement Plan (no vote)
- Heard citizen comment on traffic studies and Drakes Creek Roundabout (no action)
Deer Monitoring Committee
The committee will meet to review reports and address old business regarding 2024-25 initiatives and a presentation to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen (BOMA). The agenda includes a period for public recognition.
- Discussion of 2024-25 Initiatives
- BOMA Presentation
Golf Commission
The Golf Course Commission will meet to approve sledding signage and review updates regarding the clubhouse roof and a Public Works review. The body will also discuss the Golf Course Improvement Listing.
- Approval of sledding signage
- Public Works Review update
- Golf Course Improvement Listing update
- Clubhouse roof review
The Hendersonville Golf Course Commission unanimously approved the copy for a proposed no-trespassing sign restricting golf course access to registered players. The commission also received reports on course repairs, financial results, and projected cash balances, but took no other formal action.
- Approved no-trespassing sign copy (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved August 19, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
General Committee
The General Committee will consider a resolution to name the Sanders Ferry Greenway after former Alderman Pat Campbell and an ordinance to rezone 4.84 acres at the intersection of Saundersville Road and Wyncrest Way from suburban residential to general commercial planned development for the Wyncrest (Moon Nursery) Commercial Plaza. The committee will also vote on approving the minutes from the August 13 meeting and hear citizen comments.
- Reading of Resolution 2024-33 to name the Sanders Ferry Greenway as 'The Pat Campbell Greenway'
- Reading of Ordinance 2024-18 to rezone 4.84 acres at Saundersville Road and Wyncrest Way from SR-1 to GC-PD for Wyncrest Commercial Plaza
- Approval of August 13, 2024, meeting minutes
The General Committee unanimously approved moving Ordinance 2024-18 to the BOMA for a rezoning of 4.84 acres at Saundersville Road and Wyncrest Way from SR-1 to GC-PD for a Moon Valley Nurseries tree nursery. The motion included a recommendation to prohibit loose soils, mulch, and straw. The committee also deferred Resolution 2024-33, naming a greenway section after Pat Campbell, back to the Facilities Naming Committee for their October meeting.
- Approved moving Ordinance 2024-18 (rezoning for Wyncrest Commercial Plaza) to BOMA (unanimous)
- Deferred Resolution 2024-33 (Pat Campbell Greenway naming) to Facilities Naming Committee (unanimous)
- Approved August 13, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing and vote on several items including second reading of a stormwater management ordinance to comply with state permit requirements, first reading of a budget amendment for final fiscal year adjustments, and resolutions to establish a private outdoor fee-based activity permit in city parks and to apply for a property conservation grant. Ceremonial proclamations and approval of previous meeting minutes are also on the agenda.
- Second reading of Ordinance 2024-14 to amend stormwater management code for TDEC MS4 permit compliance
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-15 to amend the 2025 fiscal year budget with final adjustments
- Resolution 2024-27 to adopt a private outdoor fee-based activity permit and policy in city parks
- Resolution 2024-29 authorizing parks department to apply for a property conservation grant with Public Entity Partners
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Arts Council
The Hendersonville Arts Council will meet to elect officers and review minutes from August 12, 2024. The body will also receive verbal updates on strategic planning, the website, and the Arts Festival.
- Election of Officers
- Strategic Planning Process update
- Website Update
- Arts Festival Update
- Beautiful Hendersonville Updates
The Hendersonville Arts Council held a routine committee meeting with no public comments or ordinances. The council adopted a slate of officers by acclamation, which includes combining the treasurer and secretary roles with Philip serving as both. The August meeting minutes were not approved and will be reviewed next month.
- Adopted slate of officers by acclamation, combining treasurer and secretary roles (all in favor)
- Tabled approval of August 2024 meeting minutes until next month
- Accepted agenda (all in favor)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit from Center Point Church to use two adjacent SR-1 Suburban Residential lots at 1000A Center Point Road and tax map 160 008.00 for additional vehicular parking. No variances or other business are on the agenda.
- Conditional Use Permit request for parking on adjacent SR-1 lots (1000A Center Point Road and tax map 160 008.00)
- Applicant: Center Point Church at 1002 Center Point Road
- Public hearing scheduled for appeal case BZA-005998-2024
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a conditional use permit for Center Point Church to use adjacent lots at 1000A and 1008 Center Point Road for additional parking. The approval is restricted to parking only, and any other future uses would require a separate application. The motion passed unanimously.
- Approved conditional use permit for Center Point Church to use adjacent lots for parking (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from April 1, 2024 (unanimous)
Beer Board
The Hendersonville Beer Board will review and vote on nine event permit applications for various organizations, including Bearpaw Lacrosse Events, Half Batch Brewing (multiple events), Jaksh 1 Inc., Holidayfest of Sumner County, Rancho Cantina LLC, and the Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce. The board will also discuss updates on Texas Roadhouse's officer/director change, Middle TN Highland Games site map, Historic Rock Castle alternate site plan, and non-renewal letters.
- Bearpaw Lacrosse Events – Nashville Invitational at 425 E. Clear Lake Ln., Westfield, IN
- Half Batch Brewing – Cars for CASA at 154 Bonita Parkway, Hendersonville
- Half Batch Brewing – Christmas4Kids Bike Night at same address
- Half Batch Brewing – A Night of Song at Pope Saint John Paul and Half Batch 7 Year Anniversary Party
- Jaksh 1 Inc. – permit at 157 W. Main St., Hendersonville (Miteshbhai Patel)
Beautiful Hendersonville Committee
The Beautiful Hendersonville Committee will consider action items including Beautification Awards for September, gazebo area planting, bridge electrical work, wreath rework, and banners/brackets. They will also receive verbal updates on litter awareness, welcome sign landscaping, and an open house/art show. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comments.
- Beautification Awards September winners due to BOMA on Sept. 24
- Gazebo area planting
- Bridge electrical work delayed for new bridge projects
- Wreaths rework of old lights, bows, and berries
- Banners and brackets
The Beautiful Hendersonville Committee met and approved the agenda and the September 5, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. No presentations were made. The committee discussed ongoing beautification projects, including gazebo area improvements, bridge work, banners, wreaths, litter awareness, and welcome sign landscaping, but no formal decisions were made on these items.
- Approved agenda unanimously
- Approved September 5, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously
- No presentations (motion approved unanimously)
Hendersonville Planning Commission
The Hendersonville Planning Commission is considering several rezoning requests and development plans. Key items include a large residential project on Caldwell Drive and a parking reduction request for a sports facility.
- Request to rezone 74.9 acres south of Caldwell Drive from Estate Residential to Suburban Residential, Low Density, Planned Development for 21 new lots
- Request by Futbol5 Investment Group at 240 Innovation Way to reduce required parking spaces from 219 to 125
- Request by Dean Jacobs to rezone 4.84 acres at 1065 Saundersville Road from Suburban Residential to General Commercial, Planned Development
- Site plan reviews for Jim’N Nick’s Bar-B-Que at 264 East Main St and Rio Bravo at 108 Bonita Parkway
- Final plat review for Mansker Farms Phase 19 Section 1A
The Hendersonville Planning Commission recommended approval of the Wyncrest (Moon Nursery) Commercial Plaza rezoning and land use change, and approved several site plans and plats. Two development plans were deferred at the applicant's request. The commission also approved a parking calculation interpretation for indoor batting cages.
- Approved Wyncrest FLUTP Amendment (Suburban Living to Suburban Center) (6-2)
- Recommended approval of Wyncrest CDP (SR-1 to GC-PD) to BOMA (5-3)
- Deferred Futbol5 CDP Amendment (8-0)
- Deferred JLR Caldwell Drive PDP (8-0)
- Approved Mansker Farms Phase 19 Section 1A Final Plat with condition (8-0)
- Approved Freehill Lot 4C Site Plan with landscape buffer waiver (7-0)
- Approved Director's parking calculation interpretation for indoor batting cages (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda: Jim'N Nick's and Rio Bravo site plans (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will consider two resolutions: one to adopt a Private Outdoor Fee-Based Activity (POFA) permit and policy in city parks, and another authorizing the parks department to apply for a Property Conservation Grant. The committee will also receive verbal updates on trash collection, traffic light synchronization, the Sanders Ferry railing bid, and residential speed limits.
- Reading of Resolution 2024-27 to adopt a POFA permit and policy with fees of $300/season for dock assembling and $150/season for other activities
- Reading of Resolution 2024-29 authorizing the Parks Department to apply for a Property Conservation Grant with Public Entity Partners
- Verbal update on trash collection performance
- Verbal update on light synchronization along Maple Drive North, Anderson Lane, and Bonita Parkway
- Verbal update on the Sanders Ferry railing bid result and residential speed limit discussion
The Public Works Committee unanimously approved two resolutions: one to adopt a private outdoor fee-based activity permit and policy in city parks, and another authorizing the Parks and Recreation Department to apply for a Property Conservation Grant. The committee also discussed trash collection improvements, light synchronization progress, and a railing bid, but did not recommend moving forward with the only bid received for the Sanders Ferry railing project.
- Approved Resolution 2024-27 adopting private outdoor fee-based activity permit and policy (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-29 authorizing Parks and Recreation to apply for Property Conservation Grant (unanimous)
- Did not recommend moving forward with Sanders Ferry railing bid from Adams Constructing LLC at $211,000
Finance Committee
The Hendersonville Finance Committee will hold a first reading of Ordinance 2024-15, which amends the FY2025 budget to reflect final-year adjustments based on actual revenues and expenditures from the closed FY2024. The committee will also receive reports on sales tax, hotel-motel tax, investment earnings, the stormwater fund, and the Public Safety, Infrastructure, Parks & Paving (PIPP) fund. The meeting includes approval of the July 23, 2024 minutes.
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-15, amending FY2025 budget with final-year adjustments including $204,405 increase for Fire Hall #7 construction and $45,000 for Drakes Creek Shop plans.
- Sales Tax Analysis report for discussion (to be provided under separate cover).
- Hotel-Motel Tax report for discussion (to be provided under separate cover).
- Investment Earnings Analysis report for discussion (to be provided under separate cover).
- Stormwater Fund and PIPP Fund reports for discussion (to be provided under separate cover).
The Finance Committee unanimously recommended Ordinance 2024-15, a budget amendment for FY2025, to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen. The amendment includes true-ups for projects, flood-related items, and additions for the Heritage Park grant, traffic signal, police pay, and $17,000 for two deer surveys. The committee also approved the agenda and minutes.
- Approved agenda as amended (3-0)
- Approved July 23, 2024 minutes (3-0)
- Recommended Ordinance 2024-15 to BOMA with additions (3-0)
- Added $17,000 for two USDA deer surveys to budget amendment (3-0)
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider ordinances to fix real and personal property tax rates and establish compensation for certain board members. The meeting also includes a first reading of an ordinance to update the Storm Water Management Ordinance for state permit compliance.
- Second reading of Ordinance 2024-13 fixing real and personal property taxation rates
- Second reading of Ordinance 2024-12 establishing compensation for members of certain boards
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-14 amending the Storm Water Management Ordinance
- Second reading of Ordinance 2024-09 extending Golf Course Commission member terms
- Resolution 2024-30 amending the Job Classification List and Pay Table
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted 6-5 to defer Ordinance 2024-12, which would establish compensation for members of certain boards, after concerns about financial and tax details. They unanimously approved the property tax rate ordinance (2024-13) and the stormwater management ordinance (2024-14) to comply with new state permit requirements. The board also approved extending Golf Course Commission terms (2024-09) and a resolution amending the job classification list and pay table.
- Deferred Ordinance 2024-12 (board compensation) 6-5
- Approved Ordinance 2024-09 extending Golf Course Commission terms (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2024-13 fixing property tax rate (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2024-14 stormwater management update (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-30 amending job classification and pay table (unanimous)
- Reappointed Jimmy Head to Parks Board (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Deer Monitoring Committee
The Deer Monitoring & Control Committee will discuss an aerial survey program proposed by USDA APHIS Wildlife Services at a cost of $8,500 per survey (with a 5% increase for March surveys), but the first survey likely won't occur until late March 2025 due to equipment availability. Other new business includes reviewing a recent deer workshop, website communications, and the relationship between hunters and homeowners.
- Discuss aerial survey proposal: $8,500 per survey (Nov), $8,925 (March), not available until March 2025; budget $17,850 for two surveys in 2025
- Review of Deer Workshop held June 29, 2024 (USDA workshop on deer damage, fencing, landscaping, TWRA hunting sign-up)
- Discuss communications on city website regarding deer management
- Discuss Hunters and Homeowners relationship
Board of Parks & Recreation
The Hendersonville Board of Parks and Recreation will consider approval of the Sanders Ferry Greenway naming, along with multiple special event requests including trail walking, a pony party, Alzheimer's awareness, and a youth football game. Also up for vote are new tennis and pickleball rental guidelines, bench installations, and designated veteran parking spots. The board will also receive updates from program coordinators and approve site maps for upcoming festivals.
- Sanders Ferry Greenway naming proposal
- Tennessee & Pickleball Rental Guidelines approval
- Veteran Parking Spots designation at park facilities
- Trail Walking at Heritage Park request
- Food & Wine Festival, Pig Fest, and Highland Games site map approvals
The Hendersonville Board of Parks & Recreation approved all agenda items unanimously, including naming a greenway section after former Alderman Pat Campbell, installing three memorial benches, and adopting new tennis and pickleball rental guidelines. The board also approved several special events, including a nature walk, miniature ponies at a birthday party, and a church football game.
- Approved amended agenda adding E1 North Shore Inline Hockey (8-0)
- Approved July 22 and July 28, 2024 minutes (8-0)
- Approved nature walk at Heritage Park (8-0)
- Approved miniature ponies at Sanders Ferry Park birthday party (8-0)
- Approved lighting Memorial Park fountain teal for Alzheimer's Awareness (8-0)
- Approved Goodlettsville Pentecostal Church youth football game at park (8-0)
- Recommended naming greenway section after Pat Campbell (8-0)
- Approved three bench installations, veteran parking spots, and tennis/pickleball rental guidelines (8-0)
Golf Commission
The Hendersonville Golf Course Commission will meet to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive updates, including a semi-annual review of Country Hills Golf Club facilities. The review identifies numerous interior and exterior maintenance and repair items, such as damaged windows, HVAC units, paving, doors, and bathrooms. No decisions or votes on specific expenditures are listed on the agenda.
- Review of Country Hills Golf Club semi-annual facility report detailing needed repairs
- Interior items: worn countertop, cracked tile, poor bathroom stalls, leaking fixtures
- Exterior items: damaged windows, HVAC units at risk from golf balls, brittle asphalt paving
- Safety hazards: unsecured lift posts, missing emergency exit signs, loose siding in parking lot
- Other: fuel tank sealing, dumpster enclosure cleaning, door locking mechanisms needed
The Hendersonville Golf Course Commission met on August 19, 2024, and approved the agenda and prior minutes unanimously. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports on course repairs and July financial results.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved July 15, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will discuss and may recommend Ordinance 2024-14, which would replace Hendersonville's storm water management code (Title 18) to comply with the new Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation Small MS4 Permit. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, agenda approval, minutes, and public comment.
- Reading of Ordinance 2024-14 to amend Title 18 (storm water management) for TDEC Small MS4 Permit compliance
General Committee
The Hendersonville General Committee will decide whether to authorize an application for the Public Entity Partners "Safety Partners" Grant, which offers up to $4,000 in matching funds for employee safety equipment and training. The city’s Administrative Services Department will work with departments to identify eligible purchases, including protective clothing, safety shoes, and OSHA training.
- Resolution 2024-28: Authorize application for $4,000 Safety Partners Grant with 50/50 matching funds
- Resolution 2024-30: Amend job classification list and pay table for city employees
- Ordinance 2024-12: Establish compensation ($31,200 budgeted) for Golf Course Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, Beer Board, and Parks Board members
- Sumner County Inmate Services Agreement: Approve $15,000 annual budget for inmate labor program with ankle locator fees ($4.50/day)
- Ordinance 2024-09: Extend Golf Course Commission member terms to four years with staggered appointments
The General Committee unanimously approved Resolution 2024-28 to apply for a Public Entity Partners Safety Partners grant (50/50 match up to $4,000) for safety items like boots for Parks Maintenance Workers. They also unanimously approved Resolution 2024-30, which amends the job classification list and pay table, creating a Communications Manager and Communications Coordinator, and moving the Administrative Assistant II under the Communications Manager. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no citizen comments.
- Approved Resolution 2024-28 to apply for Safety Partners grant (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-30 amending job classifications and pay table (unanimous)
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved July 9, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing and consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include first readings of ordinances to amend the municipal code for golf commission terms, to set compensation for board members, and to fix the property tax rate. The board will also vote on a resolution to apply for a grant and appoint a committee member.
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-13 fixing real and personal property tax rate
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-09 extending Golf Course Commission member terms
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-12 establishing compensation for members of Boards of Parks and Recreation, Golf Course Commission, Beer Board, and Zoning Ordinance
- Reading of Resolution 2024-28 to apply for Public Entity Partners 'Safety Partners' grant
- Appointment of a Management Review Committee member
The Board approved first reading of Ordinance 2024-12, establishing $100 per month compensation for members of certain boards (Parks and Recreation, Golf Course, Beer Board, and Zoning), with a 9-4 vote. The Board also unanimously approved a property tax rate ordinance (2024-13) that is revenue neutral due to increased appraisals, and approved a resolution to apply for a Safety Partners grant. Eddie Roberson was appointed to the Management Review Committee.
- Approved Ordinance 2024-09 extending Golf Course Commission terms (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2024-12 establishing $100/month board compensation (9-4)
- Approved Ordinance 2024-13 fixing property tax rate (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2024-28 to apply for Safety Partners grant (unanimous)
- Appointed Eddie Roberson to Management Review Committee (unanimous)
- Approved July 9, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Arts Council
The Hendersonville Arts Council is meeting to address a collaboration with Beautiful Hendersonville. The body will also receive updates on strategic planning, the website, and the Arts Festival.
- Collaboration with Beautiful Hendersonville
- Strategic Planning Process update
- Website update
- Arts Festival update
The Hendersonville Arts Council voted unanimously to co-host a holiday-inspired open house at City Hall with Beautiful Hendersonville. The council also approved the agenda and June 2024 minutes, and discussed strategic planning, a community survey, website progress, and a second arts festival in 2025. No ordinances or resolutions were put forward.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved June 2024 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
- Approved co-hosting holiday open house at City Hall with Beautiful Hendersonville (unanimous)
Facilities Naming Committee
The Facilities Naming Committee will consider a request to name the new Sanders Ferry Greenway after former Alderman Pat Campbell. The Parks Director suggests naming one of the greenway's bridges instead, citing recent community calls for naming after other individuals. The committee must apply criteria from Ordinance 2021-53, which generally requires a five-year waiting period for individuals (Campbell died in 2021, making an exception necessary). The committee will also discuss Roy Orbison naming opportunities and elect officers.
- Action item: Naming of Sanders Ferry Greenway — request to honor former Alderman Pat Campbell
- Discussion item: Roy Orbison Naming Opportunities
- Election of officers for the committee
- Approval of minutes from November 2, 2023 and December 6, 2023 meetings (includes prior vote on Samson's Dog Park renaming)
- Parks Director recommends naming a bridge on the greenway rather than the whole path
The Facilities Naming Committee unanimously approved a motion recommending that the Sanders Ferry greenway (Main Street to Mallard Point) be named, either in whole or in part, after deceased Alderman Pat Campbell. The committee also urged the Board of Mayor and Aldermen to include Campbell's full name in the naming and to decide whether the entire greenway or just a segment should be designated. Additionally, the committee tabled further action on Roy Orbison naming opportunities pending more research.
- Approved motion to accept Julie White as new Chairman (unanimous)
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved November 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved December 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved recommendation to name Sanders Ferry greenway after Pat Campbell (unanimous)
- Tabled Roy Orbison naming discussion pending research
Hendersonville Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request by AMH TN Development LLC to amend the Falcon Ridge Final Development Plan at 800 New Shackle Island Rd. The amendment would reduce minimum lot sizes from 6,490 to 6,000 sq ft, increase open space from 16.42 to 29.21 acres, and eliminate side-loaded garage requirements while keeping the total at 103 lots. Also on the agenda are staff-level approvals for Hendersonville High School dugout improvements, a Saundersville Industrial Park lot resubdivision, and a State Farm exterior color change, plus several pending projects.
- Public hearing on Falcon Ridge FDP amendment – reduce lot widths, increase open space, remove side-load garage requirement
- Staff-level approval: Hendersonville High School Dugout Improvements site plan (131 Conway Twitty – Field 3)
- Staff-level approval: Saundersville Industrial Park Lot 41 Resub final plat (104 Jessica Lauren Ct)
- Staff-level approval: State Farm 361 West Main Exterior Color Change site plan (361 W Main St)
- Pending projects: 1041 Avondale Parking Lot, Alexander Commercial final plat, Broken Paddle Outfitters outbuilding, Music City Studios Molly Walton CDP amendment, two Verizon Small Cell site plans
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Beer Board
The Beer Board will meet to conduct committee business regarding seven specific entities. The board will also discuss the non-renewal of beer permits and closed businesses.
- Application review for Tutti da Gio, Inc. at 393 E. Main Street, Suite 6A
- Application review for Cheeky Pete’s Tavern at 393 E. Main Street Suite 1
- Application review for Half Batch Brewing at 154 Bonita Parkway
- Application review for Historic Rock Castle at 139 Rock Castle Lane
- Notification that Capital Tacos received a business license and beer permit release
The Hendersonville Beer Board approved five beer permit applications, including special occasion permits for Marble Fox Brewing and Middle Tennessee Highland Games, and regular permits for Tutti da Gio, Cheeky Pete's Tavern, and Half Batch Brewing. No action was taken on Hidden Melodies due to no applicant appearing. The board also discussed procedures for non-renewed beer permits and directed follow-up for September.
- Approved Special Occasion Beer Permit for Marble Fox Brewing (unanimous)
- Approved Special Occasion Beer Permit for Middle TN Highland Games with contingency of Finance receiving site plan (unanimous)
- Approved Beer Permit for Tutti da Gio (unanimous)
- Approved Beer Permit for Cheeky Pete's Tavern (unanimous)
- Approved Middle TN Food Truck Festival as one of Half Batch Brewing's twelve events (unanimous)
- Approved Historic Rock Castle's temporary alternative site at Sanders Ferry Park (unanimous)
- No action taken on Hidden Melodies permit application
- Approved August 1, 2024 agenda and June 6, 2024 minutes (minutes approved 5-1 with abstention)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Beautiful Hendersonville Committee
The Beautiful Hendersonville Committee will consider beautification awards with winners due August 19, discuss cleanup and painting at the gazebo area, and review plans for reworking wreath lights and banners. The meeting also includes updates on litter awareness, welcome sign landscaping, and codes.
- Beautification awards with winners due August 19 and presentation to BOMA on August 27
- Gazebo area clean-up and paint planting
- Bridge electrical work delayed
- Reworking wreath lights, bows, and berries
- Banners discussion
The Beautiful Hendersonville Committee approved a $400 landscaping project for the welcome sign on West Main St., to start in the fall. They also discussed beautification awards, gazebo cleanup, bridge painting, and wreath repairs, but no other formal votes were taken.
- Approved $400 for welcome sign landscaping on West Main St. (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved June 6, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Board of Parks & Recreation
The Board of Parks and Recreation at a special called meeting will consider two approval items: a venue change for NFL Flag Football, presented by a Civitan representative, and the addition of the book "Josef's Big Dream" to the Storybook Trail. The meeting includes public comments and routine procedural items.
- NFL Flag Football venue change request (Civitan representative)
- Storybook Trail new book choice: 'Josef's Big Dream' by Hal Hendricks and Charlotte Gerrard
The board unanimously approved moving the NFL Flag Football Tournament from rugby fields to four soccer fields at Drakes Creek Park, with Civitan donating $1,500 to each soccer club for maintenance. The board also approved adding the book 'Josef's Big Dream' to the Storybook Trail. Both motions passed 8-0.
- Approved NFL Flag Football venue change to soccer fields 10, 12, 13, 14 at Drakes Creek Park (8-0)
- Approved $1,500 donation from Civitan to each soccer club for field maintenance (8-0)
- Approved adding 'Josef's Big Dream' to Storybook Trail (8-0)
Finance Committee
The Hendersonville Finance Committee will discuss Ordinance 2024-12, which sets the real and personal property tax rate for the city. The committee will also receive reports on sales tax, hotel-motel tax, investment earnings, and the stormwater fund. Approval of minutes from three prior meetings is also on the agenda.
- Reading of Ordinance 2024-12 to fix the rate of real and personal property taxation
- Approval of April 23, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approval of May 13, 2024 special called meeting minutes
- Approval of May 28, 2024 meeting minutes
- Sales Tax Analysis, Hotel-Motel Tax Report, Investment Earnings Analysis, and Stormwater Report to be presented
Board of Parks & Recreation
The Board of Parks and Recreation will receive an annual financial and disciplinary update from Tennessee United Soccer Club and vote on approvals for several community events, including Yoga in the Park, a Christmas softball tournament, a 5K/10K race, a food truck festival alcohol sales map, NFL Flag Football, two pickleball tournaments, and a bluegrass festival. Staff will also provide verbal updates on programs, athletics, special events, and parks maintenance.
- Annual Financial Report/Disciplinary Report Update from Tennessee United Soccer Club
- Approval request: Yoga in the Park – Shannon Cappiello
- Approval request: Christmas for the Children Softball Tournament – Bubba Baker
- Approval request: Pirate 5K/10K Race – Monica Aguilar
- Approval request: Middle TN Food Truck Festival Alcohol Sales Map – Jacob Kearney
The Hendersonville Board of Parks and Recreation approved several event requests, including the Middle TN Food Truck Festival alcohol sales map, NFL Flag Football tournament, Dinkville and Paddle War pickleball programs, and Rock Castle events at Sanders Ferry Park. The board also discussed but did not vote on a proposed monthly 5K/10K race series by U.S. Road Running, deferring it for further clarification. All votes were unanimous (8-0).
- Approved July 22, 2024 agenda (8-0)
- Approved June 24, 2024 minutes (8-0)
- Approved Middle TN Food Truck Festival alcohol sales map, contingent on Beer Board approval (8-0)
- Approved NFL Flag Football tournament at rugby field (8-0)
- Approved Dinkville pickleball program with seasonal fall permit, fee waived (8-0)
- Approved Paddle War pickleball league for one-year agreement (8-0)
- Approved Rock Castle events at Sanders Ferry Park with site map including alcohol (8-0)
- No motion made on Pirate 5K/10K race request; deferred to next meeting
Golf Commission
The Hendersonville Golf Course Commission meets to discuss updates including high school golf team rates, a proposed enforcement plan for banning sledding on the course, equipment purchases, sod repair from sled damage, and a driving range easement. No new votes are listed on the agenda, but the commission will review recommendations from the Public Safety Committee.
- Review of proposed enforcement plan for sledding ban, including posting no-trespassing signs and directed police patrols during snow events
- Update on high school golf rates after June approval of $1,000 per team for 2024 season
- Update on irrigation pump equipment purchase and down payment of $106,862
- Update on sod repair for sled damage on hole #13
- Driving range easement update
Capital Projects Committee
The Capital Projects Committee will review a presentation regarding the Transportation Plan, including ranking criteria, delivery timelines, and survey questions. The committee will also discuss several infrastructure items, including roundabouts and road realignments.
- Transportation Plan presentation (ranking criteria, timeline, and survey questions)
- Drakes Creek/Durham Farms Roundabout – ROW discussion
- Drakes Creek at Stop 30 discussion
- Light synchronization discussion
- Walton Ferry/Old Shackle Realignment discussion
General Committee
The General Committee will review ordinances regarding the extension of Golf Course Commission terms and the establishment of compensation for certain boards. The committee will also consider approving a Sumner County Inmate Services Agreement.
- Ordinance 2024-09: Extending Golf Course Commission member terms to four years and staggering them
- Ordinance 2024-12: Establishing compensation for members of certain boards
- Resolution 2024-26: Approving the Sumner County Inmate Services Agreement
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee will discuss police strategies for Country Hills Golf Course regarding sledding. The meeting also includes discussions on UTV use and motorized vehicle use on the Greenway.
- HPD strategy for Country Hills Golf Course regarding sledding
- Discussion of UTV use
- Discussion of Motorized Vehicles on the Greenway
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider a second reading of an ordinance to lower the local option sales tax on groceries. The agenda also includes approving a Sumner County inmate services agreement and several board reappointments.
- Decrease grocery sales tax from 2.75% to 2.25% (Ordinance 2024-11)
- Approval of Sumner County inmate services agreement (Resolution 2024-26)
- Reappointment of members to the Parks Board
- Appointment of Jerry Luszczak to the Historic Zoning Commission
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Hendersonville Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request to add light manufacturing to the permitted uses for the Music City Studios development plan at 157 Molly Walton Drive. This proposal by Lincoln Property Company includes a site plan for five buildings totaling approximately 496,080 square feet. The project would replace the previously proposed media production facility.
- Amendment to add light manufacturing to Music City Studios development plan
- Site plan for Molly Walton Industrial featuring five buildings
- Approved site plan for BP Pulse EV Charging Stations at 768 East Main St
- Approved site plan for Birdie Bros Outdoor Patio at 300 Indian Lake Blvd
- Pending site plan for Hendersonville High School Dugout Improvements
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Parks & Recreation
The Board of Parks and Recreation is reviewing various event permits and a private outdoor activity policy. Discussion items include yoga in the park, race proposals, and alcohol sales for the Freedom Festival. Department staff will also provide verbal updates on programs and maintenance.
- Private Outdoor Activity Policy
- Yoga in the Park proposal
- Freedom Festival alcohol sales request
- Christmas for the Children Softball Tournament proposal
- Pirate 5K/10K Race proposal
Public Works Committee
The committee will receive verbal updates regarding the FY25 paving list and residential speed limits. Discussion is also planned for trash collection, light synchronization, and sledding at Country Hills Golf Course.
- FY25 Paving List update
- Residential speed limits discussion
- Trash collection update
- Light synchronization update
- Sledding at Country Hills Golf Course update
Deer Monitoring Committee
The committee will discuss promoting deer-resistant plants and fencing. Members will also prepare for a BOMA presentation and address upcoming USDA deer damage workshops.
- Promotion of deer resistant plants and fencing
- Preparation for BOMA Presentation
- USDA deer damage workshops for residents
- Follow-up from BOMA brief
Golf Commission
The Hendersonville Golf Course Commission is meeting to approve rates for high school golf teams. The agenda also includes updates regarding the Public Works Review List and a Public Safety Commission meeting about sledding.
- Approval of rates for High School golf teams
- Update on Public Works Review List
- Update on Public Safety Commission Meeting – Sledding
Industrial Development Board
The Industrial Development Board will meet to elect officers and approve the May 9, 2024, minutes. The agenda includes finance report requests from TSBDC and Forward Sumner. No public hearings or new business are scheduled for this meeting.
- Election of officers
- Finance report request from TSBDC
- Finance report request from Forward Sumner
Public Safety Committee
The June 11 Public Safety Committee meeting consists primarily of procedural items, including the approval of May 14 minutes. The committee will also hold a discussion regarding winter weather at Country Hills Golf Course.
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review the annual budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. They will also consider a proposal to decrease the local option sales tax on groceries. Other items include library ownership transfers and street dedications.
- Adoption of the FY 2024-2025 annual budget (Ordinance 2024-08)
- Reduction of grocery sales tax from 2.75% to 2.25% (Ordinance 2024-11)
- Transfer of City library ownership interest to Sumner County (Ordinance 2024-10)
- Acceptance of street dedications in Durham Farms and North Parrish Place
- Parks and Recreation grant application for BlueCross BlueShield Healthy Place Grant
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Arts Council
The Hendersonville Arts Council will discuss a festival recap and confirm a strategic planning meeting. The council also plans to receive verbal updates regarding finance, the website, and BOMA.
- Festival Recap
- Strategic Planning Meeting Confirmation
- Arts Festival Updates
- Finance Update
Beer Board
The Hendersonville Beer Board will review committee business regarding Volunteer Equine Advocates, Capital Tacos / Straight Up Hospitality LLC, and Half Batch Brewing. The board also noted the cancellation of its July 4th meeting.
- Business item for Volunteer Equine Advocates at 826 Coles Ferry Road
- Business item for Capital Tacos / Straight Up Hospitality LLC at 393 E. Main St. Suite 2
- Business item for Half Batch Brewing at 154 Bonita Parkway
- Cancellation of the July 4th Beer Board meeting
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Beautiful Hendersonville Committee
The Beautiful Hendersonville Committee will meet to review action items including bridge electrical bids, a gazebo cleanup and painting project, and decisions on wreath designs and banners. The body will also receive verbal updates on litter awareness, code enforcement, and donated flowers for City Hall. These projects involve maintenance of public areas and city decorations that are visible to residents and visitors.
- Bridge electrical bids review
- Gazebo area cleanup and painting project
- Decision on new versus reworked wreath designs
- Banner procurement or design updates
- Beautification awards winners due July 2; BOMA event July 9
Hendersonville Planning Commission
The commission will consider site plans for the Alexander Commercial Project, which includes a Starbucks and an urgent care facility. The agenda also includes site plan reviews for AutoZone and Chick Fil A, as well as street acceptance resolutions for Durham Farms.
- Site plan for Alexander Commercial Project Phase 1 (Starbucks and Fast Pace)
- Site plan for AutoZone at 531 East Main St
- Site plan for Chick Fil A (Mayfair) at 262 East Main St
- Final plat for Premier Park Lot 1 Revision at 98 Volunteer Dr
- Resolution recommending acceptance of completed streets in Durham Farms, Phase 3
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Hendersonville Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold its regular meeting on May 28, 2024, with a public hearing, proclamations, and several ordinances and resolutions. The most consequential item is the second and final reading of Ordinance 2024-07, which would increase paramedic certification pay for public safety employees from $300 to $500 per month. The board will also take first readings on the FY2024-25 budget and tax rate ordinance and a measure to transfer half ownership of the library to Sumner County.
- Second and final reading of Ordinance 2024-07: increases paramedic certification pay from $300 to $500 per month for public safety employees
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-08: adopts annual budget and tax rate for fiscal year July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-10: authorizes transfer of one-half ownership interest in the library to Sumner County
- Resolution 2024-20: re-appoints City's representative to the Sumner County Board of Equalization
- Vote on appointment of Ron Zellem to the Historic Zoning Commission
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Public Works Committee
The committee is reviewing resolutions to accept new street dedications in Durham Farms and North Parrish Place. They are also considering authorization for a BlueCross BlueShield Healthy Place Grant application for Volunteer Park. Additionally, the committee will discuss stormwater maintenance policies and receive updates on trash collection.
- Resolution 2024-23: Authorization to apply for a $2,000,000 BlueCross BlueShield Healthy Place Grant for Volunteer Park
- Resolution 2024-21: Acceptance of completed streets in Durham Farms, Phase 3, Section 28B
- Resolution 2024-22: Acceptance of completed streets in North Parrish Place
- Resolution 2024-24: Adoption of operating policies for routine stormwater system maintenance
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will consider Ordinance 2024-11 to decrease the local option sales tax rate on groceries from 2.75% to 2.25%, exempting groceries from the recent half-cent increase approved by voters. The committee will also discuss Resolution 2024-25 to adopt a 457(b) deferred compensation plan for employees. Several reports on sales tax, hotel-motel tax, investment earnings, and stormwater fund will be presented.
- Ordinance 2024-11: decrease local option sales tax on groceries from 2.75% to 2.25%
- Resolution 2024-25: adopt a 457(b) Employees Deferred Compensation Plan and Trust
- Sales Tax Analysis Report (to be provided under separate cover)
- Hotel-Motel Tax Report (to be provided under separate cover)
- Investment Earnings Analysis (to be provided under separate cover)
Deer Monitoring Committee
The Deer Monitoring & Control Committee will discuss methods to encourage residents to report deer-related incidents such as car crashes, dead deer removal, and property damage. They will also discuss USDA deer damage workshops for residents and continue preparations for a presentation to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen (BOMA). Old business includes promoting deer-resistant plants and fencing.
- Discussion on encouraging residents to report deer-related incidents (car crashes, dead deer removal, abnormal behavior, property damage, supplemental feeding)
- USDA deer damage workshops for residents
- Preparation for BOMA presentation, including possible culling cost/effectiveness discussion
- Further discussion on promoting deer-resistant plants and fencing rules
Board of Parks & Recreation
The Board will review the parks budget and consider approvals for several community programs, including flag football and bike rides. Presentations will also cover survey results regarding Marys Magical Place. Staff members will provide verbal updates on recreation and maintenance.
- Parks Budget Review
- Approval of Civitan Flag Football: Girls Division
- Approval of Storybook Trails in Sumner County
- Approval of BRASS – Bike Ride Across Scenic Sumner
- Presentation on Marys Magical Place survey results
Golf Commission
The Hendersonville Golf Course Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and discuss updates on sled-damaged areas and competitive rate discussions. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions listed beyond the approval of prior minutes.
- Approval of April 15, 2024 minutes
- Update on sled damaged areas
- Competitive rate discussion
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee will hold its regular meeting, including first reading of Ordinance 2024-07, which would increase monthly paramedic certification pay for public safety employees from $300 to $500. The committee will also approve minutes from the April 9 meeting and hear public comments. The agenda includes only this ordinance and routine items.
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-07 to increase paramedic certification pay from $300 to $500 per month for firefighters and certified police officers
- Approval of April 9, 2024 meeting minutes
- Public comments period
- Other business
General Committee
The General Committee is reviewing ordinances to extend Golf Course Commission terms and transfer the City's interest in the library to Sumner County. The committee will also consider re-appointing the City’s representative to the Sumner County Board of Equalization.
- Ordinance 2024-09: Extending Golf Course Commission terms from two to four years
- Ordinance 2024-10: Transferring City's one-half ownership interest in the library to Sumner County
- Resolution 2024-20: Re-appointing the City’s representative to the Sumner County Board of Equalization
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Hendersonville Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold its regular meeting on May 14, 2024. The board will consider first reading of an ordinance to increase paramedic certification pay for public safety employees, and a resolution to accept the dedication of completed streets in Durham Farms, Phase 4, Section 36. The agenda also includes a presentation from consultant James Dunn, an executive session on transportation improvements, and a possible appointment to the Historic Zoning Commission.
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-07 to increase paramedic certification pay
- Resolution 2024-19 accepting street dedication in Durham Farms, Phase 4, Section 36
- Presentation from consultant James Dunn (lobbyist contract discussion)
- Executive session on transportation improvements
- Consideration of Ron Zellem appointment to Historic Zoning Commission
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is considering Ordinance 2024-08, which would adopt the annual budget and set a property tax rate of $0.9187 per $100 of assessed value for fiscal year 2025. The proposed budget includes a new Public Safety, Infrastructure, Parks & Paving (PIPP) Fund funded by a half-cent local option sales tax, estimated at $8.2 million. The committee will also discuss employee pay adjustments, including a 3% cost-of-living increase and a new 17-step pay scale.
- Proposed property tax rate of $0.9187 per $100 of assessed value
- New PIPP Fund with $8.2 million from half-cent sales tax for public safety, infrastructure, parks, and paving
- General Fund budget of $65.4 million for FY2025
- 3% cost-of-living adjustment and new 17-step pay scale for employees
- Health insurance premium contributions ranging from 63.2% to 93.7% depending on plan
Industrial Development Board
The Industrial Development Board is meeting to review financial reports and business park restrictions. The body will consider requests to terminate specific restrictions on two lots and a project fund.
- Request from Stonecutter Hendersonville Holdings LLC to terminate restrictions on Lot 3 and 3A of the Freehill Business Park
- Termination of Economic Development Fun Restriction for Project Oskar
- Chamber Report on Tornado Relief Grant Distribution
Hendersonville Planning Commission
The Hendersonville Planning Commission will consider consent agenda items for the Cove at Old Hickory final plat and Millstone Phase 7 Section 2 preliminary plat, plus site plans for Crowley Tool Office & Warehouse, Grace Apostolic Church, and Grace Place Ministry. A resolution recommends accepting completed streets in Durham Farms Phase 4 Section 36. Staff-level projects approved and pending are also listed.
- Cove at Old Hickory final plat (Hazelwood Dr @ Elissa Drive)
- Millstone Phase 7 Section 2 preliminary plat (Saundersville Rd)
- Crowley Tool Office & Warehouse site plan (256 Rockland Rd, waiver requested)
- Grace Apostolic Church site plan (102 & 104 Bluegrass Dr)
- Resolution 2024-04 accepting Durham Farms Phase 4 Section 36 streets
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Arts Council
The Arts Council will meet to approve previous minutes and receive verbal updates. Discussions include the Arts Festival, BOMA, finance, and the council website.
- Arts Festival updates
- BOMA update
- Finance update
- Arts Council website update
Beer Board
The Hendersonville Beer Board will conduct an alcohol compliance check regarding New Ashes Market at 109 Walton Ferry Road #B. This follows a November 2023 police report of charges against individuals for selling tobacco or alcohol to under-aged persons.
- Alcohol compliance check for New Ashes Market (109 Walton Ferry Road #B)
- Police report of charges for selling products to under-aged persons in November 2023
Beer Board
The Hendersonville Beer Board reviewed and approved regular and special occasion beer permits for Historic Rock Castle, The Local Spot 2 Inc., and The Rudder. The board also voted to waive the permit fee for a city-run arts festival and continued a hearing on alcohol compliance violations scheduled for May. These actions determine which local venues may legally sell alcoholic beverages at upcoming events or upon opening.
- Approved special occasion beer permits for Historic Rock Castle (139 Rock Castle Lane) and The Rudder (126 River Road).
- Granted a regular beer permit to The Local Spot 2 Inc. (300 Indian Lake Blvd. B100) ahead of its May opening.
- Waived the special occasion beer permit fee for the City of Hendersonville Arts Council Good Neighbor Festivals.
- Continued an alcohol compliance hearing, notifying a business and city officials to appear in May.
- Noted that a V.F.W reimbursement was issued following prior board approval.
Beautiful Hendersonville Committee
The Beautiful Hendersonville Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and take action on several beautification-related items. Action items include announcing beautification award winners due May 21st, discussing a Gazebo Red Day with Shaunna Bolton, and reviewing bridge electrical bids. Verbal updates will cover litter awareness, a Rotary Club bridge cleanup, and a report from Michele Owens.
- Beautification Awards winners due May 21st
- Gazebo Red Day discussion with Shaunna Bolton
- Bridge electrical bids review
- Litter awareness update
- Rotary Club/bridge cleanup update
Capital Projects Committee
The Hendersonville Capital Projects Committee is meeting to take action on an Infrastructure Resiliency Plan, a Transportation Plan presentation, and the Walton Ferry/Old Shackle realignment. They will also discuss several ongoing projects, including roundabouts, Exit 8, signal synchronization, and cost escalation. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and citizen comments.
- Infrastructure Resiliency Plan (action item)
- Transportation Plan Presentation (action item)
- Walton Ferry/Old Shackle Realignment (action item)
- Drakes Creek/Durham Farms Roundabout – ROW (discussion)
- Exit 8 (discussion; prior funding: $3.5M state, $4.9M city budgeted)
Non-Profit Contributions Committee
The Hendersonville Non-Profit Contributions Committee is meeting to review the FY2025 Non-Profit Application Packet and discuss other business. The agenda includes approval of the April 10, 2024 meeting minutes and public comments. The committee previously made funding recommendations for several organizations, including funding the Sumner County Museum at $2,500 and not funding Tsuru.
- Review of FY2025 Non-Profit Application Packet
- Approval of April 10, 2024 meeting minutes
- Public comments on funding requests
- Previous recommendations: Sumner County Museum $2,500, Forward Sumner $5,000, Health Department $12,000, Library $50,000
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing and consider two resolutions authorizing grant applications for park projects: a Local Parks and Recreation Fund grant for Heritage Park and a Recreational Trails Program grant for a bicycle pump track in Veteran's Park. The board will also hear presentations, approve minutes, and receive committee reports.
- Resolution 2024-17: apply for Local Parks and Recreation Fund Grant for Heritage Park (50/50 match)
- Resolution 2024-18: apply for State of Tennessee Recreational Trails Program Grant for bicycle pump track in Veteran's Park (80/20 match)
- Presentation by Deer Herd Monitoring and Control Committee
- Proclamation for National Prayer Day
- April Beautification Awards by Beautiful Hendersonville
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee is considering resolutions to apply for state grants for Heritage Park and a bicycle pump track in Veterans Park. The committee will also review the acceptance of completed streets in Durham Farms. Updates regarding trash collection, greenway bridges, and streetlights are also on the agenda.
- Resolution 2024-17: Apply for Local Parks and Recreation Fund Grant for Heritage Park
- Resolution 2024-18: Apply for State of Tennessee Recreational Trails Program Grant for a bicycle pump track in Veterans Park
- Resolution 2024-19: Accept dedication of completed streets in Durham Farms, Phase 4, Section 36
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will consider three main items: an ordinance to increase paramedic certification pay for public safety employees from $300 to $500 per month, a resolution to apply for a state grant to fund the Heritage Park Master Site Plan, and a resolution to apply for a state grant to build a bicycle pump track in Veteran's Park. The committee will also receive reports on sales tax, hotel-motel tax, investment earnings, and stormwater funds, and discuss the FY25 budget.
- Ordinance 2024-07: Increase paramedic certification pay from $300 to $500 per month for firefighters and police officers
- Resolution 2024-17: Apply for Local Parks and Recreation Fund Grant for Heritage Park (50/50 match, using land value)
- Resolution 2024-18: Apply for Recreational Trails Program Grant for a bicycle pump track in Veteran's Park
- Sales Tax Analysis: January 2024 state sales tax $832,742, local sales tax $2,389,746
- Hotel-Motel Tax: January 2024 collections $22,979.27, expected low due to tornado damage at one hotel
Board of Parks & Recreation
The Hendersonville Board of Parks and Recreation will consider approving several event permits, grant applications, and new rules for the soccer turf field. The board will also hear a presentation on a survey for Mary's Magical Place and receive updates from staff.
- Approval of LPRF Heritage Park grant application
- Approval of RTP Bike Pump grant application
- Approval of Soccer Turf Field Rules & Process
- Approval of Beautiful Hendersonville Painted Trash Cans
- Approval of Wheels and Thrills Car Show
Deer Monitoring Committee
The Hendersonville Deer Monitoring & Control Committee will discuss preparing a presentation for the Board of Mayor and Aldermen and improving communication via the city website. The meeting follows public complaints about dangerous deer encounters and questions about whether the committee has adequately coordinated with the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.
- Further discussion on promoting deer-resistant plants and fencing
- Preparation for a presentation to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen (BOMA)
- Communication from the committee via the city website
- Public comments limited to 10 minutes total, 5 minutes per person
Golf Commission
The Golf Commission is meeting to review ongoing maintenance and capital projects at the golf course, including equipment repairs and replacement, bunker renovations, tree work, and updates to the cart barn and maintenance building. They will also discuss bids for a new irrigation pumping system and a clubhouse plumbing issue.
- Irrigation pumping system bids received: approx. $296,000 and $320,000; Public Works to award bid this week
- Tree removal on holes 1 and 10 estimated at $4,250; trimming along hole 2 estimated at $2,500
- Bunker renovation planned for holes 14 and 17
- Exterior repairs completed by Ensley Roofing totaling $20,800
- Banquet room door replacement estimated at $11,750 for 24/25 budget
Non-Profit Contributions Committee
The Non-Profit Contributions Committee is reviewing the FY2025 application packet, which proposes $326,173 in contributions to quasi-governmental agencies, special agencies, and new applicants. This is a 17.54% increase over the FY2024 original budget of $277,500. The committee will also set the next meeting date and handle other business.
- FY2025 budget proposes $326,173 total, up $48,673 (17.54%) from FY2024
- Quasi-governmental agencies: Hendersonville Public Library $70,000, Health Department $12,000, Forward Sumner $10,000
- Special agencies: Monthaven A&C Center $35,000, Rock Castle $35,000, Grace Place Ministry $10,000
- New applicants: Sumner County Museum $2,500, Tsuru $1,500
- Some agencies see cuts: Original Hendersonville, Hendersonville Samaritan Assoc, Senior Citizen's Center, United Way drop to $0
General Committee
The General Committee is reviewing resolutions to apply for state grants for park improvements. These include funding for the Heritage Park Master Site Plan and a bicycle pump track in Veteran’s Park. The committee will also discuss the FY25 budget and state laws regarding Planning Commission votes.
- Resolution 2024-17: Application for Local Parks and Recreation Fund Grant for Heritage Park
- Resolution 2024-18: Application for State of Tennessee Recreational Trails Program Grant for a bicycle pump track in Veteran’s Park
- Discussion regarding the FY25 Budget
- Discussion regarding State Law affecting Planning Commission votes
Public Safety Committee
The Hendersonville Public Safety Committee will discuss the FY2025 budget, which includes a proposed $56.07 million in general fund revenues and $55.95 million in expenditures. The committee previously recommended applying for a SAFER grant to fund new firefighter salaries and discussed increasing paramedic incentive pay from $3,600 to $6,000 per year. The meeting will also consider approval of the March 12, 2024 minutes.
- Discussion of FY2025 budget with $56,072,620 in revenues and $55,945,109 in expenditures
- Proposed increase in paramedic incentive pay from $3,600 to $6,000 per year
- Resolution 2024-15 recommended approval for HFD to apply for SAFER Grant
- Potential one-time $5,000 bonus for firefighters one year after completing paramedic school
- Approval of March 12, 2024 meeting minutes
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Hendersonville Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold its regular meeting on April 9, 2024, to consider several items. They will vote on the second and final reading of an ordinance amending the municipal code regarding board and commission appointments, and on a resolution approving updated parks and recreation policies and fees. The board will also vote on three appointments to city boards and receive committee reports.
- Second and final reading of Ordinance 2024-04, amending Municipal Code Title 2, Chapter 1, Section 2-101 on board and commission appointments
- Resolution 2024-16, approving the Board of Parks and Recreation's updated policies and fees for programs and leagues
- Vote on reappointment of Phillip Fryman to the Hendersonville Arts Council
- Vote on reappointment of Beth Longmire to the Historic Zoning Commission
- Vote on appointment of Mike Wessel to the Citizen's Stormwater Appeals Board
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Arts Council
The Arts Council is meeting to approve previous minutes and reschedule the May 6th meeting. The body will receive verbal updates regarding the Arts Festival, BOMA, finances, and the council website.
- Approval of March 11, 2024 minutes
- Request to reschedule May 6th meeting
- Arts Festival updates
- BOMA update
- Arts Council website update
Beer Board
The Hendersonville Beer Board will conduct committee business regarding several local entities. This includes a consideration of tornado relief for the City of Hendersonville Arts Council. The board will also approve the March 7, 2024, meeting minutes and the current agenda.
- Historic Rock Castle (139 Rock Castle Lane)
- The Local Spot 2 Inc. (300 Indian Lake Blvd. B100)
- Tornado relief consideration for the Arts Council
- The Rudder (126 River Road)
Beautiful Hendersonville Committee
The Beautiful Hendersonville Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and take action on community cleanup and beautification awards. Verbal updates will cover bridge cleanup and a report from Michele Owens. The agenda is largely routine with no specific dollar amounts or project details listed.
- Community Clean up action item
- Beautification Awards action item
- Bridge cleanup verbal update
- Approval of March 7, 2024 minutes
Hendersonville Planning Commission
The Hendersonville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request by HAB Properties LLC to amend The Triangle Phase 1 Final Development Plan to add Retail Goods Establishment, Restaurant Carry Out, and Quick Service Restaurant to the permitted uses at 593 New Shackle Island Road. The commission will also review a site plan for Firefighters First Credit Union Headquarters and several staff-approved projects.
- Public hearing on HAB Properties LLC request to add retail and restaurant uses at 593 New Shackle Island Road
- Firefighters First Credit Union Headquarters site plan at 190D Saundersville Rd
- BP Pulse EV Charging Stations site plan at 768 East Main St
- Rancho Cantina exterior color change at 624 West Main St
- Multiple final plats for subdivisions including Bell Harbor, Bluegrass Landing, and Mayfair
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and consider an appeal for a conditional use permit to operate a daycare at 127 Stadium Drive in the Dockside Neighborhood Zoning district. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and election of officers.
- Appeal Case #0424-1M: conditional use permit for daycare at 127 Stadium Drive
- Public hearing and consideration of the daycare appeal
- Approval of minutes from August 7, 2023 and February 5, 2024
- Election of officers
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will read Resolution 2024-16 to approve updated policies and fees for city park programs and leagues, which take effect August 1, 2024. The changes apply to sports leagues, tournaments, and facility rentals used by residents and local organizations. The committee will also receive verbal updates on trash collection operations, the Sanders Ferry Greenway project status, and traffic light synchronization progress.
- Resolution 2024-16 reading to approve updated park program and league fees/policies (effective August 1, 2024)
- Verbal trash collection operations update from Public Works Director Sarah Lock
- Sanders Ferry Greenway project acceptance status and remaining punch list items
- Traffic light synchronization Phase 2 design review update
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a workshop to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 budget, including revenue projections and spending priorities. Topics include a balanced operating budget, debt services, paving, public safety vehicle replacement, public works equipment, trash collection, technology enhancements, and no new positions. Changes to the PIPP program and potential impact fees are also on the agenda.
- Fiscal Year 2025 budget revenue projections
- Priorities: balanced operating budget, debt services, paving, public safety vehicle replacement, public works service equipment, trash collection, technology enhancements, no new positions
- Changes: PIPP and potential impact fees
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Hendersonville Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2024-03 to rezone 6.59 acres at 240 Innovation Way from Industrial to General Commercial, Planned Development, and approve the Futbol5 development plan. The board will also consider mid-year budget adjustments, a trash collection bid from Waste Pro, a FEMA SAFER grant application, and board reappointments. A motion to reconsider Resolution 2024-08 (EcoPort) may be taken from the table.
- Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2024-03: rezone 6.59 acres at 240 Innovation Way from Industrial to General Commercial (GC-PD) with Futbol5 plan
- Second reading of Ordinance 2024-05: mid-year adjustments to FY 2024 budget
- Resolution 2024-14: accept bid from Waste Pro of Tennessee, Inc. for trash collection
- Resolution 2024-15: apply for FEMA SAFER grant
- Reappointments to Municipal Board of Zoning Appeals (Don Ames, Tyrone Jay)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Board of Parks & Recreation
The Hendersonville Board of Parks and Recreation will review staff updates on recreation programs, athletics, special events, and park maintenance. The board will also consider approval for the Foodies of Nashville Crawfish Boil 2024 event. Remaining agenda items cover routine administrative reports and public comment.
- Approval request for Foodies of Nashville Crawfish Boil 2024 (contact: Sam Corley)
- Staff updates on recreation programs, athletics, special events, and parks maintenance
- Review and approval of February 26, 2024 meeting minutes
Deer Monitoring Committee
The Deer Monitoring & Control Committee is meeting to finalize an educational pamphlet about deer and discuss action items for 2024, including a proposal to require builders to use deer-resistant and native plants for 50% of plantings in new construction. The agenda also includes reports from the chair and board liaison, and a public comment period. Prior minutes note the pamphlet was approved subject to revisions, and a direct mailer was deemed too costly at nearly $30,000.
- Finalization of educational pamphlet on deer
- Discussion of action items for 2024
- Deer-resistant landscaping in new construction homes
- Prior discussion of $30,000 cost for direct mailer distribution
- Public comment period (10 minutes max)
Golf Commission
The Hendersonville Golf Commission is reviewing the financial performance of Country Hills Golf Club for the fiscal year through February 2024, including income, expenses, and cash flow. The agenda also includes a semi-annual facility review identifying needed maintenance and repairs at the clubhouse and grounds.
- Year-to-date income of $793,845.52 exceeds budget of $690,526.00 by $103,319.52
- Year-to-date expenses of $772,157.61 exceed budget of $697,374.64 by $74,782.97
- Net income year-to-date is $21,687.91, above budget of -$7,298.64
- Facility review recommends repairs to soffit, windows, HVAC guards, awning, paving, doors, and fuel tanks
- Interior issues include countertop replacement, tile/grout cleaning, bathroom repairs, and sewer odor diagnosis
Industrial Development Board
The Industrial Development Board will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce Tornado Relief. There are no new business items or public hearings scheduled for this meeting.
- Approval of February 8, 2024 minutes
- Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce Tornado Relief
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee will consider Resolution 2024-15 to apply for a FEMA SAFER grant to increase fire department staffing. The grant would cover 100% of costs for three years, after which the city would assume funding. The committee will also discuss paramedic pay and approve prior meeting minutes.
- Resolution 2024-15: apply for FEMA SAFER grant for firefighter staffing, 100% funded for 3 years, then city pays ~$100k per firefighter annually
- Discussion: HFD Paramedic Pay
- Approval of December 12, 2023, and February 13, 2024, meeting minutes
General Committee
The General Committee will consider rezoning 4.84 acres at Saundersville Road and Wyncrest Way to create a new commercial plaza. The committee will also review an ordinance regarding the process for appointing members to city boards and commissions. A discussion on the planning notification process is also scheduled.
- Ordinance 2024-06: Rezoning 4.84 acres at Saundersville Road and Wyncrest Way to General Commercial (Wyncrest Commercial Plaza)
- Ordinance 2024-04: Amending the municipal code regarding appointments to various boards and commissions
- Discussion on the Planning Notification Process
Public Works Committee
The committee is considering Resolution 2024-14 to accept a bid from Waste Pro of Tennessee, Inc. for the city's trash collection. This follows the expiration of the current contract on June 30, 2024. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a communication plan for the new service.
- Resolution 2024-14: Accepting Waste Pro of Tennessee, Inc. bid for trash collection
- Discussion of a communication plan for trash collection
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board will hold a public hearing and consider two ordinances on first reading. One ordinance would establish impact fees for the city, and the other would amend the current fiscal year budget. The Board will also consider the reappointment of a member to the Municipal Board of Zoning Appeals and hold an executive session on a lawsuit involving Fire Department staff.
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is considering Ordinance 2024-02 to establish impact fees for the City of Hendersonville. The proposed ordinance would require developers to pay fees for capital improvements, specifically targeting park improvements as determined by a study from Tischler-Bice.
- Ordinance 2024-02: Establishing impact fees for the City of Hendersonville
- Proposed fee structure based on a study by consultant Tischler-Bice
- Impact fees to fund capital improvements such as new parks, equipment, and amenities
Arts Council
The Hendersonville Arts Council will meet to receive reports from the Treasurer and committees. The body will discuss the Beautiful Hendersonville Holiday Open House Project and the Beautiful Hendersonville Project.
- Treasurer report from Phillip Fryman
- Festival Committee updates from Rene Shepherd / Good Neighbor
- BOMA update from Rachel Collins
- Beautiful Hendersonville Holiday Open House Project
- Beautiful Hendersonville Project
Beer Board
The Hendersonville Beer Board will review tornado relief considerations for Puckett’s Hendersonville LLC and V.F.W. – Post 9851. The meeting also includes notifications regarding alcohol compliance status and corporate officer updates for GPM Southeast and Costco.
- Tornado relief consideration for Puckett’s Hendersonville LLC
- Tornado relief consideration for V.F.W. – Post 9851
- Notification of alcohol compliance status
- Updates on corporate officer changes for GPM Southeast and Costco
Beautiful Hendersonville Committee
The Beautiful Hendersonville Committee is meeting to discuss routine business including the treasurer's report, several beautification projects, and the budget. Items on the agenda include the purchase and design of Artsy Trash Cans, pressure washing and painting the bridge and gazebo, banners, a community cleanup on April 6, school litter awareness, and landscaping at the welcome sign on the west side.
- Artsy Trash Cans purchase, storage, design, cost, promotion
- Bridge and gazebo pressure wash, paint
- Community clean up on 4/6
- Welcome sign west side landscaping
- Budget
Hendersonville Planning Commission
The Hendersonville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider requests to amend The Triangle Final Development Plan to add retail and restaurant uses at 593 New Shackle Island Road, and to rezone 4.83 acres at 1065 Saundersville Road from Suburban Residential to General Commercial Planned Development, with a corresponding land use plan amendment. The commission will also review a site plan for Elliott Electric Supply at 217 Innovation Way and receive updates on several staff-level projects.
- Amend The Triangle Final Development Plan Phase 1 to add Retail Goods Establishment, Restaurant Carry Out, and Quick Service at 593 New Shackle Island Road
- Rezone 4.83 acres at 1065 Saundersville Road from SR-1 to GC-PD and change character area from Suburban Living to Suburban Center
- Site plan for Elliott Electric Supply at 217 Innovation Way
- Staff-level projects include BP Pulse EV Charging Stations at 768 East Main St and Rancho Cantina Exterior Color Change at 624 West Main Street
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will review Ordinance 2024-02 to establish impact fees for new developments in the city. The committee will also receive updates on trash collection bids and several infrastructure projects.
- Ordinance 2024-02: Establishing development impact fees
- Trash collection update and bids review
- Parks Maintenance Shop verbal update
- Saundersville Road Roundabout verbal update
- Sanders Ferry Greenway verbal update
Finance Committee
The Hendersonville Finance Committee is meeting to consider Ordinance 2024-05, which amends the city's FY2024 budget to reflect mid-year adjustments, including increased revenues and expenditures. They will also discuss a resolution to apply for a FEMA firefighter grant, along with updates on health insurance, sales tax, hotel-motel tax, investments, and stormwater. The agenda includes several reports to be provided under separate cover.
- Ordinance 2024-05: Mid-year budget amendment for FY2024, including $900,000 in interest earnings, $1.5M in state sales tax, and $400,000 for police vehicles
- Resolution 2024-13: Application for FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG)
- Update on FY24 health insurance plans (verbal)
- Sales Tax Analysis Report
- Hotel-Motel Tax Report
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Hendersonville Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing and second reading vote on Ordinance 2024-01 to rezone 32.37 acres for the TBN Music City development, including a preliminary plan that retains the Conway Twitty house. They will also consider first reading of a rezoning for a Futbol5 commercial project, resolutions on a solid waste facility, employee programs, hazard mitigation, planning fees, a FEMA firefighter grant, and reappointments.
- Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2024-01: rezone 32.37 acres at 0 Music Village Boulevard to O-PD and SR-1-PD, approve TBN Music City Preliminary Development Plan
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-03: rezone 6.59 acres at 240 Innovation Way from Industrial to General Commercial, approve Futbol5 Comprehensive Development Plan
- Resolution 2024-08: consider pursuing a solid waste transfer and reclamation facility on South Center Point Road
- Resolution 2024-12: amend Planning Department fees for charitable and religious purposes
- Resolution 2024-13: apply for FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Board of Parks & Recreation
The Board of Parks & Recreation will discuss park project updates and review various new business items, including community event proposals. Staff reports from recreation and maintenance departments will also be presented.
- Park Project Updates
- Belmont Capstone Project at Mary’s Magical Place
- Sumner Humane Society “K9 Classic”
- Special Event Application Revisions
- Hendersonville Inline Hockey Association Annual Report
Deer Monitoring Committee
The Hendersonville Deer Monitoring and Control Committee will meet to finalize an educational brochure discouraging deer feeding, review operating protocols, and discuss action items for 2024. The meeting follows a December session that was cut short due to disruptions.
- Finalization of a brochure educating residents against supplemental deer feeding
- Discussion of action items for 2024
- Review of committee operating protocol
- Public comment period (5 minutes per person, 10 minutes total)
Golf Commission
The Hendersonville Golf Course Commission will meet to discuss the January 2024 operating results for Country Hills Golf Course, which showed a net operating loss of $40,269 due to winter weather. They will also review damage to the 13th hole caused by sledders and consider updates to the plan to prevent such damage. The agenda includes standard items like minutes, citizen comments, and old business.
- January 2024 net operating loss of $40,269, $16,129 under budget
- 616 rounds played in January, 384 below budget
- Seven-month total income $728,010, 15% above last year
- Discussion of snow damage to 13th hole and sledding prevention plan
- Update on new cart storage-maintenance building construction
General Committee
The General Committee is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions including new development impact fees and a rezoning request for 240 Innovation Way. The body is also considering a resolution to waive certain permit fees for properties damaged by the December 9, 2023 tornado.
- Ordinance 2024-02: Establishing impact fees for the City of Hendersonville
- Ordinance 2024-03: Rezoning 6.59 acres at 240 Innovation Way from Industrial to General Commercial
- Resolution 2024-07: Amending the Job Classification List and Pay Table
- Resolution 2024-08: Pursuing a solid waste transfer and reclamation facility on South Center Point Road
- Resolution 2024-01: Waiving permit fees for properties damaged by the December 9, 2023 tornado
Public Safety Committee
The committee will discuss the Hendersonville Fire Department applying for an Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG). Members will also discuss Hendersonville Police Department operations at Country Hills Golf Course during snow events.
- Discussion: HFD applying for an AFG
- Discussion: HPD on Country Hills Golf Course operations during snow
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider a nomination for Chief of Police and a resolution regarding completed streets in Durham Farms. The meeting also includes a recognition of Fire Chief Scotty Bush and various committee reports.
- Chief of Police Nomination
- Resolution 2024-06: accepting dedication of completed streets in Durham Farms (Phase 1, Section 16 and Phase 3, Sections 28A and 29)
- Recognition of Fire Chief Scotty Bush
- Reappointment consideration for Steve Gregory (Citizen’s Stormwater Appeals Board)
- Reappointment consideration for Jim Thompson (Historic Zoning Commission)
Arts Council
The Arts Council will meet to review officer and committee reports. The agenda includes updates from the Festival Committee and BOMA.
- Treasurer report from Phillip Fryman
- Festival Committee updates from Rene Shepherd / Good Neighbor
- BOMA update from Rachel Collins
Industrial Development Board
The board will meet to review finance, city, and Forward Sumner reports. The agenda is primarily procedural with no new business or public hearings scheduled.
- Approval of October 19, 2023 minutes
Hendersonville Planning Commission
The Hendersonville Planning Commission will consider a rezoning and land use amendment for Futbol5 at 240 Innovation Way. The meeting also includes reviews of multiple site plans and resolutions regarding completed streets in Durham Farms.
- Rezoning 6.59 acres at 240 Innovation Way from Industrial to General Commercial, Planned Development
- Site plan for Jen-Hill Construction detached addition at 1025 Avondale Road
- Site plan for Little Sunshine’s Playhouse at 179 Maple Drive N
- Site plan for Sentry Steel at 167 S Center Point Road
- Street acceptance resolutions for Durham Farms Phases 1, 3 (Section 28A), and 3 (Section 29)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings and consider two appeals: a conditional use permit for a gunsmithing home occupation at 332 Crooked Creek Lane, and a request for a conditional use permit plus three variances for an accessory structure at 100 Timberline Drive. The board will also elect officers.
- Appeal Case #0224-1M: conditional use permit for major home occupation (gunsmithing) at 332 Crooked Creek Lane
- Appeal Case #0224-2M: conditional use permit for accessory structure size (2,080 sq ft vs. allowed 1,200 sq ft) at 100 Timberline Drive
- Variance of corner side yard setback from 30 ft to 22 ft at 100 Timberline Drive
- Variance of rear setback from 20 ft to 7 ft at 100 Timberline Drive
- Variance to allow accessory structure closer to street than house on corner side at 100 Timberline Drive
Beautiful Hendersonville Committee
The Beautiful Hendersonville Committee is meeting to handle routine business: approving the January minutes, hearing the treasurer's report, and discussing a litter bag order. They will also cover several community projects, including a trash can pickup, a community cleanup date, a school litter awareness presentation, a west-side welcome sign, a mural, and the monthly newsletter.
- Treasurer report and litter bag order status by Michele Owens
- Lights festival check presentation
- Community cleanup date confirmed for 4/6 with sign-in location change
- Discussion of trash can pickup and new cans
- Welcome sign for west side and mural discussion
Beer Board
The Beer Board will meet to consider business applications for Go Outdoors Drakes Creek TRS, LLC, Hendersonville Rotary Foundation, Lili Bella’s Dessert Night, and Half Batch Brewing. The meeting also includes the election of a Chairman and Vice-Chairman.
- Application: Go Outdoors Drakes Creek TRS, LLC (441 Sanders Ferry Road)
- Application: Hendersonville Rotary Foundation (Wine & Roses)
- Application: Lili Bella’s Dessert Night (109 Shivel Dr)
- Application: Half Batch Brewing (154 Bonita Parkway)
- Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee is reviewing Resolution 2024-06 to accept completed streets in Durham Farms. The committee is also receiving updates on trash collection bidding, the Saunders Ferry Greenway, and various infrastructure projects.
- Resolution 2024-06: Acceptance of completed streets in Durham Farms Phase 1 (Section 16) and Phase 3 (Sections 28A and 29)
- Trash collection contract bidding update
- Saunders Ferry Greenway progress and boardwalk handrail pricing
- Light synchronization project schedule update
- Cages Bend Road speed limit reevaluation (40MPH to 35MPH)
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Hendersonville Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing and second reading votes on several ordinances, including the Westlake rezoning (Ordinance 2023-26), adoption of a revised energy code (2023-27), and tornado-related budget appropriations (2023-28). They will also consider first reading of a rezoning for 32.37 acres at 0 Music Village Boulevard and several resolutions, including waiving beer permit fees for tornado-damaged properties. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and committee reports.
- Second reading of Ordinance 2023-26: Westlake zoning districts and text amendments
- Second reading of Ordinance 2023-27: Adopt revised International Energy Conservation Code
- Second reading of Ordinance 2023-28: Budget appropriations for tornado repairs
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-01: Rezone 32.37 acres at 0 Music Village Blvd
- Resolution 2024-09: Waive 2024 beer permit fees for tornado-damaged properties
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Parks & Recreation
The Board will review park project updates and several new business items including a kayak race, spring carnival, and lacrosse clinic. The meeting also includes reviews of annual reports from various local sports leagues.
- Park Project Updates
- Sumner Health Department Kayak 5K
- Hendersonville Spring Carnival
- Box Lacrosse Clinic
- Election of Officers and Assignment of Committees
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee is conducting a workshop to discuss the city's trash collection contract. The discussion will cover service levels, costs, and potential add-on service options.
- Discussion of base level of service for trash collection
- Review of service level cost options
- Review of add-on service options
- Discussion of contract requirements
Capital Projects Committee
The Capital Projects Committee will meet to discuss several upcoming projects. Discussion topics include traffic improvements, greenway development, and new facility projects.
- Exit 8 discussion
- Signal Synchronization Phases 1&2
- Drakes Creek Roundabout
- Walton Ferry Realignment
- Fire Station #7
General Committee
The committee is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions, including a major rezoning request for 32.37 acres at 0 Music Village Boulevard. Other items include permit fee waivers for tornado-damaged properties and the naming of a new dog park.
- Ordinance 2024-01: Rezoning 32.37 acres at 0 Music Village Boulevard for TBN Music City development
- Resolution 2024-01: Waiving permit fees for properties damaged by the December 9, 2023 tornado
- Resolution 2024-02: Naming the Memorial Park dog park 'Samson’s Dog Park'
- Resolution 2023-48: Authorizing Silver Fox Stitches, LLC to use the city logo for resale items
- Resolution 2024-03: Authorizing a sign grant program for the Westlake Plan area
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will consider Ordinance 2023-28, which would amend the FY2024 budget to appropriate $1,000,000 for repairs to city property damaged by the December 9, 2023 tornado. The city expects $700,000 in insurance reimbursement and $300,000 in FEMA reimbursement to offset the cost.
- Ordinance 2023-28: budget amendment appropriating $1,000,000 for tornado-related repairs and debris removal
- Estimated $700,000 for insurance deductible repairs to city buildings and parks
- Estimated $300,000 for debris removal contracted through an outside vendor
- Anticipated $700,000 insurance reimbursement and $300,000 FEMA grant to offset costs
Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Hendersonville Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 2023-26 to establish Westlake Zoning Districts and text amendments. They will also consider ordinances and resolutions related to tornado recovery, including budget appropriations, permit fee waivers, and a sign grant program. The meeting includes presentations on HolidayFest, Festival of Lights Awards, and Small Business Administration tornado impacts.
- Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 2023-26 (Westlake Zoning Districts)
- First reading of Ordinance 2023-27 (adopt revised International Energy Conservation Code)
- First reading of Ordinance 2023-28 (budget appropriations for tornado-damaged property repair)
- Resolution 2024-01 to waive permit fees for properties damaged by December 9, 2023 tornado
- Resolution 2024-03 authorizing sign grant program for Westlake plan area
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Arts Council
The Arts Council will meet to receive updates on the Arts Festival, city by-laws, and financial reports. The body will also discuss art installations at City Hall and a sculpture display.
- Arts Festival update
- By-laws update
- Art at City Hall project
- Sculpture Display project
- Finance update
Beautiful Hendersonville Committee
The committee will review the December 7, 2023, meeting minutes and receive a treasurer report. Discussion items include community disaster clean up and the removal of City Hall Christmas décor.
- Treasurer report by Michele Owens
- Community disaster clean up discussion
- BH auto trash bag reorder
- City Hall Christmas décor removal and storage
Hendersonville Planning Commission
The Hendersonville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider several development-related items, including rezoning requests, a preliminary development plan, and a final plat. The most consequential items are a request to rezone 32.37 acres for a project called TBN Music City, and a request to rezone 1.85 acres at 110 Taylor Industrial Drive from Industrial to General Commercial. The commission will also vote on officers and receive a year-end report from the planning director.
- Rezone 32.37 acres south of East Main Street from O-PD/SR-1 to O-PD and SR-1-PD for TBN Music City preliminary development plan
- Rezone 1.85 acres at 110 Taylor Industrial Drive from Industrial to General Commercial, with a Land Use Plan character area change from Westlake Industrial Flex to Westlake Community Retail
- Amend Glen Oak Commons Final Development Plan to add Recreational Training School as a permitted use at 102 Glen Oak Blvd
- Final plat for Bellsford Landing Phase 1 at 2300 Cages Bend Road
- Site plan for a wall mural at Center Point Liquor, 1191 West Main St