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Baker public meetings in 2024

49 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 12, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Hardee's site plan at 1411 North Locust Ave

The Lawrenceburg Planning Commission will consider a site plan submittal from CKE Restaurants for a Hardee's location at 1411 North Locust Ave. Staff from multiple departments, including fire, electric, gas/water/sewer, and a civil engineer, offered no comments on the proposal. The commission will also approve minutes from its November meetings.

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Thu Dec 12, 2024

City Council

Council to hold public hearing on annexation of 250 International Drive

The Lawrenceburg City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed annexation of 250 International Drive and an interlocal agreement for services. The council will also vote on second readings of ordinances to vacate a grass alley, amend the budget, and adjust landfill fees, plus a first reading on sanitation cart fees. Resolutions include authorizing vehicle purchases, property sale, grant applications, and fire department equipment grants.

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✓ Decided: Council approves annexation of 250 International Drive

The Lawrenceburg City Council approved the annexation of 250 International Drive, including a public hearing and an interlocal agreement with Lawrence County for emergency services and road maintenance. The council also passed several ordinances and resolutions, including budget amendments, a property sale, and grant applications. All votes were unanimous.

Thu Dec 12, 2024

City Council

Public hearing on annexation of 250 International Drive, Lawrenceburg TN

The Lawrenceburg City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed annexation of non-contiguous territory at 250 International Drive. The hearing will consider resolutions and a Plan of Services for the annexation. All interested parties are invited to attend the hearing on December 12, 2024 at 9:00 am in the Council Meeting Room.

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Wed Nov 27, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider Plan of Service petition

The Lawrenceburg Planning Commission is holding a special called meeting to consider a Plan of Service petition from property owner Bobby Howard Simmons. The agenda includes public comments and questions on the item. No other substantive business is listed.

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Thu Nov 14, 2024

City Council

Three zoning changes for Steve Kilburn properties: residential, commercial, and billboard

The City Council is considering three ordinances to rezone properties owned by Steve Kilburn. One would change a lot at East Gaines Street and O’Henry Drive from commercial (C-3) to low-density residential (R-2) for multi-family housing. Another would rezone the same lot back from R-2 to C-3 to allow a billboard. A third would rezone a lot at Johnson and Tipton Streets from medium-density (R-3) to high-density residential (R-4) to subdivide it for two duplexes.

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Thu Nov 14, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Little Caesar's building expansion sketch plat

The Lawrenceburg Planning Commission will consider a preliminary sketch plat for a building expansion at Little Caesar's, presented by TTL Engineering. Staff from various departments have no comments at this time. The commission will also review and approve minutes from the previous meeting and take public comments.

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Thu Nov 14, 2024

City Council

Council to hold public hearing on three rezoning ordinances for Steve Kilburn

The Lawrenceburg City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on three ordinances (Nos. 1419, 1420, 1421) rezoning properties owned by Steve Kilburn. The council will also consider first readings of an ordinance to vacate a 12-foot alley between Park and Evergreen streets, a budget amendment for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, and a fee change for the demolition landfill. A resolution to declare sanitation department property as surplus is also on the agenda.

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Mon Nov 4, 2024

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning board to hear request for duplex/quadplex on Watson Drive

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a special exception request from Tad and Kendra Methvin to allow construction of multiple duplex or quadplex units on Watson Drive (parcel 0780 A 002.00) in the R-3 Medium Density Residential District. The board must approve special exceptions for multifamily uses in this zone.

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Thu Oct 24, 2024

City Council

Public hearing on rezoning Robins Street property to high-density residential

The City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 1415, which would rezone property on the south side of Robins Street from R-2 (Low-density Residential) to R-4 (High Density Residential). The property belongs to Brock Berryhill and Josh Allen. This is the only item on the agenda.

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Thu Oct 24, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on rezonings of multiple Steve Kilburn properties and budget amendments

The Lawrenceburg City Council will hold a public hearing and second readings on rezonings of Steve Kilburn properties, as well as budget amendments for the General Fund and Sanitation Department. The council will also consider first readings on additional rezonings and several resolutions, including a police vest grant and a hangar agreement.

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Thu Oct 17, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review two apartment site plans and two rezone requests

The Planning Commission will consider site plans for Oakwood Apartments on Oakwood Drive and Crockett Hill Luxury Homes on Manor Drive. It will also hear two rezone requests for properties on Tipton/Johnson Street and East Gaines Street. Several conditions were raised by utility and engineering reviewers for the site plans.

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Thu Oct 10, 2024

City Council

Lawrenceburg City Council to consider budget amendments and equipment purchases

The City Council will discuss budget appropriations for the General Fund and Sanitation Department. The body is also considering several equipment purchases and service agreements.

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Thu Sep 26, 2024

City Council

Speed limit on Highway 43 to change to 45 mph; parking restricted on Devin Drive

The Lawrenceburg City Council will hold second readings on ordinances to amend the budget, adopt state fire codes, and reduce the speed limit on Highway 43 to 45 mph, and first readings on a zoning ordinance amendment and a parking prohibition on Devin Drive. A resolution to accept a state safety grant is also on the agenda.

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Thu Sep 12, 2024

Historical Zoning Committee

Historical Zoning Board to review COA-47 for Public Square

The Lawrenceburg Historical Zoning Board is meeting to discuss one specific item. The board will review a request regarding the first phase of the upstairs area at Public Square.

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Thu Sep 12, 2024

City Council

Council to consider vacating Lawrence Avenue, budget amendment, and property purchase

The Lawrenceburg City Council will hold second reading on an ordinance to vacate and abandon an undeveloped section of Lawrence Avenue while retaining utility easements. First readings include a budget appropriation amendment for fiscal year 2024-2025, adoption of state fire codes, and a speed limit change on Highway 43 (South Locust Avenue) to 45 mph. Resolutions will be considered for a conceptual design services contract with ESa for the Crockett Theatre and to authorize the purchase of property at 219 South Military Avenue.

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✓ Decided: Council approves vacating Lawrence Avenue and other ordinances

The City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 1411 to vacate an undeveloped section of Lawrence Avenue, and passed first readings of ordinances amending the budget, adopting state fire codes, and reducing the speed limit on Highway 43 to 45 mph. They also approved resolutions for conceptual design services for the Crockett Theatre and the purchase of property at 219 South Military Avenue. All votes were unanimous.

Thu Sep 12, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hear rezone request and review plats

The Lawrenceburg Planning Commission will meet to consider a rezone request for the Berryhill/Allen Property on Robbins Street, along with a preliminary plat for the Hill Property on West Point Road, a sketch plan for a proposed billboard on East Gaines Street, and a final plat for Mahr Avenue Townhouses.

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Thu Aug 22, 2024

City Council

Lawrenceburg Council to vote on budget amendment, police records system, and grants

The Lawrenceburg City Council will meet to consider second readings of a 2024-2025 budget amendment and a municipal code update, and a first reading to vacate a section of Lawrence Avenue. The council will also vote on resolutions to contract for a police records management system, accept a lead service line replacement grant, and approve appointments to the airport board and beer board.

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✓ Decided: Council approves budget amendment, code updates, and police records system

The Lawrenceburg City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including a budget amendment, municipal code updates, vacating a section of Lawrence Avenue, a police records management contract, a lead line replacement grant, a TDOT contract, airport board appointments, a fire equipment grant, and a beer board reappointment. All votes were unanimous.

Thu Aug 1, 2024

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to consider multifamily use and billboard variances

The Board will review a request for a multifamily use special exception and multiple variances for a billboard. The meeting also includes the election of a Chairman and Vice Chairman.

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Thu Jul 25, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on 34 body cameras for police department

The Lawrenceburg City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including the purchase of 34 body cameras for the police department and budget amendments for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. A retirement award will also be presented.

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✓ Decided: Council approves budget amendments, body cameras, and equipment purchases

The Lawrenceburg City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including budget amendments for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, participation in a safety grant program, purchase of 34 body cameras for the police department, a roll-off truck for sanitation, court software, and an agreement with Friends of Shoal Creek Cabin. All votes were unanimous. The meeting also included recognition of youth baseball champions and a retirement certificate.

Thu Jul 11, 2024

Planning Commission

Proposed warehouse addition to Craig Manufacturing

The Lawrenceburg Planning Commission will review a site plan for a warehouse addition at Craig Manufacturing. The commission will also conduct elections for the positions of Chairman and Secretary.

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Thu Jul 11, 2024

City Council

Lawrenceburg City Council considers 2024-2025 fiscal year budget amendment

The council will consider a first reading of Ordinance No. 1408 to amend the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget appropriations. They will also discuss a resolution to authorize an application for a U.S. Department of Transportation SS4A grant. The agenda includes a review of LUS financials for May 2024.

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Thu Jun 27, 2024

City Council

Lawrenceburg City Council considers budget amendments and infrastructure contracts

The council will review second readings of ordinances to amend the 2023-2024 fiscal year budget. Other items include board appointments and agreements for park upgrades and road signalization.

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Mon Jun 17, 2024

Zoning Board of Appeals

Variance request for a building setback at 129 Pulaski St

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on June 17, 2024, to consider a variance request. The application seeks a 17.45 ft south side setback variance for a proposed building at 129 Pulaski St.

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Thu Jun 13, 2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a new subdivision plat and a church site plan.

The Lawrenceburg Planning Commission will hold a hearing to review the preliminary plat for Good Hope Subdivision. The commission will also consider a site plan for the Pulaski Street Church of Christ.

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Thu Jun 13, 2024

City Council

Lawrenceburg City Council reviews annual budget, tax rate, and zoning changes

The Lawrenceburg City Council will consider the annual budget and tax rate for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The agenda includes second readings for two rezoning ordinances and several amendments to the 2023-2024 budget. The council will also review resolutions regarding police grants and city building repairs.

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Thu May 23, 2024

City Council

Lawrenceburg City Council to consider annual budget and tax rate

The City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 1401 and consider the annual budget and tax rate for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The body will also review three zoning amendments and several lease and construction agreements.

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Mon May 20, 2024

Zoning Board of Appeals

Board to hear request for setback variance for triplex at 309 Avon St.

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a single item: a request from Lane Freeman for an 18-foot front setback variance to allow construction of a triplex at 309 Avon St. The board will hear the request and may vote to approve or deny it.

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Thu May 9, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider two high-density residential rezonings

The Lawrenceburg Planning Commission is meeting to review two proposals to re-zone properties to High-Density Residential Districts. The board will also consider three property plats.

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Thu May 9, 2024

City Council

Council considers budget amendments and infrastructure contracts

The City Council will review a second reading of an ordinance to amend the 2023-2024 fiscal year General Fund. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding pavement planning, federal grant applications, and animal shelter services.

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Thu Apr 25, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on zoning change for Kay Hill Ferguson Smith property

The Lawrenceburg City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading vote on Ordinance 1395, which amends the zoning ordinance for property owned by Kay Hill Ferguson Smith. The council will also consider several budget amendments for the 2023-2024 fiscal year, a contract extension for the Crockett Theater conceptual design, and a police department purchase of LPR cameras and equipment not to exceed $73,850.00 funded by a violent crime intervention grant.

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Thu Apr 25, 2024

City Council

City Council to hold public hearing on Springer Road rezoning

The Board of Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing to discuss Ordinance 1395. The proposal concerns rezoning property belonging to Kay Hill Ferguson Smith.

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Wed Apr 24, 2024

Zoning Board of Appeals

Board to hear appeal for property maintenance violations at 1703 Frances Street

The Board of Appeals will meet in a special session to consider an appeal regarding property maintenance violations. The discussion focuses on a single property location.

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Mon Apr 15, 2024

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to hear special exception request for multifamily at 528 First Street

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a hearing on a request for a special exception to allow multifamily use at 528 First Street in the R-3 medium density residential district. The board must approve such exceptions under the Zoning Ordinance. Public attendance and sign-in are required before the meeting begins.

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Thu Apr 11, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider rezoning on Good Hope Road

The Lawrenceburg Regional Planning Commission will review a request to change the zoning of a property on Good Hope Road. The commission will also review a site plan for a maintenance building on Business Avenue.

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Thu Apr 11, 2024

City Council

Lawrenceburg Council considers hotel occupancy tax and budget amendments

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding the 2023-2024 fiscal year budget and a privilege tax on hotel and motel occupancies. The body will also consider property transactions on Brannon Street and Jackson Street.

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Thu Mar 14, 2024

Historical Zoning Committee

Historical Zoning Commission to review 10 certificates of appropriateness

The Lawrenceburg Historic Zoning Commission will review several certificates of appropriateness for properties on N. Military Ave. and Public Square. The board will also review revised sign guidelines.

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Thu Mar 14, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review rezone request and medical office site plan

The Planning Commission is meeting to consider a rezoning request for the Ferguson property and a site plan for a medical office building. Both items are presented for commission review.

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Thu Mar 14, 2024

City Council

Lawrenceburg City Council to hold public hearing on zoning amendment, vote on budget and police mutual aid agreement

The Lawrenceburg City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 1392, which amends the city's zoning ordinance. The council will also vote on second readings of a budget amendment for the 2023-2024 fiscal year and several resolutions, including reappointments to the Historical Zoning Commission and a mutual aid agreement for law enforcement with neighboring cities and the county sheriff.

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Fri Mar 8, 2024

Beer Board

Beer Board to vote on permits for Neon Rooster and Rotary Club events

The Lawrenceburg Beer Board will meet to decide on three beer permit applications: one for on-premises sales at Neon Rooster and two special events permits for the Rotary Club of Lawrenceburg. The meeting is scheduled for March 8, 2024, at the Lawrenceburg Municipal Complex.

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Mon Feb 26, 2024

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to consider residential use of 32 Public Square

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a hearing to discuss a request for a special exception. The request concerns the residential use of a property located at 32 Public Square.

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Thu Feb 22, 2024

City Council

Lawrenceburg City Council to consider zoning and budget amendments

The City Council will hold a regular session to conduct first readings of three ordinances. These include two zoning ordinance amendments and one amendment to the 2023-2024 fiscal year budget appropriations.

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Mon Feb 12, 2024

Zoning Board of Appeals

Special exception request for residential use at 240 North Military Ave

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a hearing regarding a special exception request. The request seeks to allow residential use at 240 North Military Ave within the C-1 Central Business District.

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Thu Feb 8, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review site plans and rezone requests

The Lawrenceburg Regional Planning Commission will review a site plan and three property requests. The body will discuss a site plan for Ace Hardware and two rezone requests for properties on Hoffman Street and Deller Street.

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Thu Feb 8, 2024

City Council

Council considers $219,635 contract for new fire department building

The Lawrenceburg City Council will vote on several resolutions including a construction contract for the fire department and a tax agreement with Magna Structures Tennessee LLC. The body is also reviewing vehicle purchases and interlocal agreements for waste system employees.

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Fri Feb 2, 2024

Beer Board

Beer Board to act on annual beer permit renewals

The Lawrenceburg Beer Board will meet to take action on the annual renewal of beer permits.

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Tue Jan 30, 2024

Historical Zoning Committee

Board reviews Certificate of Appropriateness requests for Downtown Facades Grant

The Historical Zoning Committee is holding a special called session to hear Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) requests. These requests are associated with the upcoming Downtown Facades Grant.

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Thu Jan 25, 2024

City Council

City Council to consider rezoning property on U.S. Highway 43

The Board of Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing to discuss Ordinance 1368. The meeting focuses on a request to change the zoning of a specific property from residential to highway services.

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Thu Jan 11, 2024

Historical Zoning Committee

Review of signage requests for North Military Avenue businesses

The Lawrenceburg Historic Zoning Commission is meeting to consider Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) applications for signage. The items involve two specific locations on North Military Avenue.

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Thu Jan 11, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on budget amendments, building codes, and traffic change on Ellingson Street

The Lawrenceburg City Council will hold a meeting on January 11, 2024, with second readings of two budget appropriation amendments (Ordinances 1384 and 1385), first readings of ordinances to update the International Energy Conservation Code and International Residential Code, and a first reading to amend traffic flows on Ellingson Street at Highway 43. A resolution to authorize applying for a Transportation Planning Grant is also on the agenda.

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