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Plain-English weekly recaps written from official meeting records. 7 weeks available.

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Week of 2026-10-19

Clarksville agendas: zoning, transit, arts and utility business on the table, but no outcomes yet published

Clarksville boards and committees met six times between Oct. 7 and Oct. 15, taking up home-office requests, park projects, transit figures, tree planting and public art. The record available for this roundup is agendas only — minutes have not yet been published for any of those meetings. This article therefore reports what was scheduled for review or decision, not what was decided. No vote tallies or outcomes are available for those six meetings.

Zoning board listed 20 home-office requests

The Board of Zoning Appeals met Oct. 7 with 20 requests for professional home offices as customary home occupations on its agenda, along with several variances covering parking, lot coverage and signage. Cases listed included BZA-148-2026, a variance to reduce parking from 17 to 7 spaces at 210 W Dunbar Cave Rd.; BZA-174-2026, a Use Permitted on Review for an Assembly Hall/Civic Hall at 123 Franklin St.; BZA-176-2026, a variance to install a pylon sign instead of a monument sign at 1444 Tiny Town Rd.; BZA-149-2026, a variance to increase lot coverage from 40% to 43% at 1255 Mourning Cloak Dr.; and BZA-173-2026, a Use Permitted on Review for a Guest House at 1508 Nolen Rd. Outcomes were not available.

Neighborhood services, transit and parks

The Neighborhood and Community Services Committee met Oct. 12 to review CNCS Department Report 26-10 and the CNCS Annual Report. The agenda also listed a report on 160 Plum Street's transition to Irene Center of Hope, an update on affordable housing development at Jack Miller Blvd., and the status of the Financial Empowerment Center launch scheduled for November 2026. The meeting summary states that no committee actions or new business were scheduled.

The Transportation, Streets, and Garage Committee met Oct. 13 to take up stormwater manual updates proposed by Aujuah Jackson and to discuss Ordinance 07-2026-27 (NACTO Ordinance) under old business. Reports listed on the agenda noted $109,911.42 in parts costs and $19,821.87 in tire costs for September, and 50,780 total transit riders for September 2026.

The Parks & Recreation Committee met the same day for project updates on the Bel Aire Skatepark and the McGregor Park Playground Renovation.

Trees and arts

The Tree Board met Oct. 14 to plan a seedling giveaway for March 2027 and discuss a Trick or Treat event, along with a forestry report, the Tree Steward Course and attendance at the Tennessee Urban Forestry Conference.

The Arts & Heritage Board met Oct. 15 to review financial reports and take updates on the unveiling of art on the Crossland Ave. trestle, plans for the Oct. 25, 2026 Toast to the Arts, an AARP Grant for Crossland/Pageant Lane, the Civil Rights Monument, and the Sept. 26 South of the River Art Tour.

Coming up

Three bodies meet Oct. 20.

The Clarksville Gas & Water Board will hold elections for Chair and Vice Chair and swear in a new commissioner. Its agenda lists service agreements with Stansell Electric Company, Inc. and Hydra Dive Tech, LLC; the purchase of real property for the Whitehall Lift Station Relocation; property acquisition for the Oak St. Sewer Project at Beech Street, 485 Oak Street and 479 Oak Street; and contract change orders for Clark Engineering & Utility Solutions, LLC and Suiter Surveying & Land Planning, Inc.

The Board of Trustees will receive an FY2025 audit presentation from Stone, Rudolph, Henry PLC. Items listed include a proposed payment of $19,100 to Stone, Rudolph & Henry for FY2026 Audit and Federal 990 Tax preparation & Filing, and a proposed payment of $29,257.81 to Travis Electrical Service for transformer replacement, plus discussion of boardroom chair replacements and the Rockin' Clarksville 2.0 event scheduled for Dec. 13, 2026.

The Parking Commission will address the election of a Chair and Vice Chair, vacancies and reappointments, management and financial reports, and voiding requests.

Week of 2026-10-12

Clarksville agendas cover smoke shop zoning, sidewalks and a Hankook Tire item; no minutes published yet

Agendas were published for four Clarksville meetings in the past two weeks, but as of October 13 the records available for each are agendas only — minutes have not been published — so no votes, approvals or final dollar amounts from those meetings can be confirmed. Here is what each body was scheduled to take up.

City Council: sidewalks, smoke shop zoning, annexation

The City Council was scheduled to meet October 1 at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers at 106 Public Square. The agenda listed a Planning Commission public hearing on a Final Plan of Services for annexed territory off Lafayette Rd, Highway 374 and Garrettsburg Rd (Resolution 19-2026-27).

Two items were listed for second reading: Ordinance 08-2026-27, covering easement and right-of-way acquisition for Jordan Rd and Eva Dr sidewalks, with eminent domain if negotiations fail; and Ordinance 14-2026-27 (Zoning Case Z-02-2025), amending zoning rules for smoke shops and design guidelines.

The Finance Committee was listed as bringing first-reading budget and purchasing ordinances, plus resolutions on a skatepark, sidewalk grants and performing arts facility agreements. Also on the agenda: Resolution 21-2026-27, a Certificate of Compliance for wine sale at Sprouts Farmers Market #576, 1002 Winn Way; and Resolution 16-2026-27, a memorandum of understanding with the Clarksville Kiwanis Foundation for grant funds for sidewalks along Jordan Road (Storybook Trail project). A postponed parking ordinance was also listed.

Industrial Development Board: Hankook Tire item

The Clarksville Montgomery County Industrial Development Board was scheduled to meet September 30 at 8:00 a.m. at the EDC Office, 335 Franklin Street. New business listed a 13B PSA (ID-260930-02-A), a CDL PPE item (ID-260930-03-A) and a Hankook Tire PILOT opinion letter (ID-260930-04-A). The board was also set to review minutes from its August 12 and August 26, 2026 meetings and hear a financial report by Shannon Green, plus staff and EDC reports. The agenda does not include the text or dollar amounts of the new business items.

Board of Zoning Appeals: home offices and variances

The Board of Zoning Appeals was scheduled to consider 20 requests for professional home offices as customary home occupations, along with variances on parking, lot coverage and signage, and requests for a guest house and a civic hall. Listed cases included: BZA-148-2026, a variance to reduce parking from 17 to 7 spaces at 210 W Dunbar Cave Rd; BZA-174-2026, a Use Permitted on Review for an Assembly Hall/Civic Hall at 123 Franklin St; BZA-176-2026, a variance to install a pylon sign instead of a monument sign at 1444 Tiny Town Rd; BZA-149-2026, a variance to increase lot coverage from 40% to 43% at 1255 Mourning Cloak Dr; and BZA-173-2026, a Use Permitted on Review for a Guest House at 1508 Nolen Rd.

Neighborhood and Community Services: reports only

The Neighborhood and Community Services Committee was scheduled to review CNCS Department Report 26-10 and the CNCS Annual Report. The agenda also listed a report on the 160 Plum Street transition to Irene Center of Hope, an update on affordable housing development at Jack Miller Blvd, and the status of a Financial Empowerment Center launch scheduled for November 2026. No committee actions or new business were scheduled.

Coming up

Two meetings are scheduled for October 13. The Transportation, Streets, and Garage Committee will review departmental reports and consider stormwater manual updates proposed by Aujuah Jackson, with discussion of Ordinance 07-2026-27 (the NACTO Ordinance) under old business. Its agenda notes a garage report listing $109,911.42 in parts costs and $19,821.87 in tire costs for September, and a transit report noting 50,780 total riders for September 2026.

The Parks & Recreation Committee also meets October 13 to review department reports and project updates on the Bel Aire Skatepark and the McGregor Park Playground Renovation.

Week of 2026-08-24

Gas & Water Board approves $40K settlement, contracts; committees advance street design, eminent domain

The Clarksville Gas & Water Board approved a $40,000 settlement and several contracts at its Aug. 18 meeting, the only board or committee to take final action in the past two weeks. Other panels met to discuss or forward items, with several consequential proposals now headed to the City Council.

Gas & Water Board

The board approved a $40,000 consent judgement for the Teeter family property condemnation related to the Highway 48-13 lift station. It also approved bid summaries for wastewater structures rehabilitation (manhole rehab, epoxy lining), hauling crushed stone and spoils removal, and wastewater pump/motor maintenance services. The board additionally approved a donation of property for the Longview Ridge Section 3 lift station.

Committees and boards (agenda only)

Most other meetings were procedural or discussion-only, with no votes recorded.

Transportation, Street & Garage Committee (Aug. 11) – Forwarded four ordinances to the City Council, including Ordinance 07-2026-27 to adopt NACTO and GDCI design guides for streets, bikeways, and transit; Ordinance 08-2026-27 authorizing eminent domain for the Jordan Rd & Eva Sidewalk Project; Ordinance 09-2026-27 updating drainage code to match NPDES permit TNS000000; and Ordinance 10-2026-27, a sidewalk amendment. The committee also received a transit report showing 44,265 riders in July and FY2026 ridership up 17,103 to 532,925.

ACT Authority (Aug. 10) – Agenda included approving minutes and a procurement policy, a branding presentation by Keith & Co., and discussion of revised Performing Arts Center construction costs and capital campaign goals. No votes were taken.

Neighborhood and Community Services Committee (Aug. 10) – Procedural only: approved minutes, a department report, and public comment.

Parks & Recreation Committee (Aug. 11) – Approved June and July minutes, heard operations and recreation updates, and discussed the Mayor's Golf Classic and Inclusive Family Game Nights.

Arts and Heritage Council Book Committee (Aug. 12) – Discussed artist recruitment criteria and business plan; no votes.

Industrial Development Board (Aug. 12) – Routine meeting at the EDC office; no specific action items listed. IDB Chairperson for FY27 is Tommy Bates.

Tree Board (Aug. 12) – Adopted June minutes, received a forestry report, and discussed the Mayor's Summer Night Lights recap, fall outreach, and the fall tree giveaway.

Health Education & Housing Facilities Board (Aug. 12) – Agenda included election of officers and review of June 11, 2025 minutes.

Museum Board (Aug. 18) – Reviewed July financials, a preliminary Flying High 2026 report, and discussed the Marksman Challenge on Sept. 11 at Cross Creek Clays.

Public Safety Committee (Aug. 19) – Discussed Resolution 09-2026-27 and Ordinance 74-2025-26, plus department reports from Building & Codes, Fire Rescue, Police, and Municipal Court.

Arts and Heritage Council Board (Aug. 20) – Reviewed ABC grant allocations, Art on Crossland Ave. trestle, Civil Rights Monument update, AARP Grant for Crossland/Pageant Lane, and plans for October Toast to the Arts.

Coming up

Week of 2026-08-10

Clarksville council weighs school tax change; no decisions yet from busy meeting week

This week's Clarksville government meetings were all agenda-only, with minutes not yet published, so no final decisions are available. The most consequential item under consideration is a resolution to rescind the city's obligation to pay 20% of half the county's additional tax levy for school instructional salaries, which appeared on both the Finance Committee and City Council agendas.

City Council

The City Council met July 30 and Aug. 6. On July 30, it considered first-reading zoning changes for Evans Rd (RM-1 to C-3) and Tiny Town Rd (R-1 to C-5), a change for Gibbs Ln and Trenton Rd (AG to R-5), and a repeal and replacement of zoning chapters 9.3 and 9.5 regarding historic and downtown overlays. It also considered a donation of city real property to Montgomery County for greenway development on Matlock Rd and the resolution to rescind the 20% school tax share.

On Aug. 6, the council again considered the rescission resolution (Resolution 64-2025-26), which the Finance Committee had recommended disapproval. It also held first readings on four zoning ordinances: Evans Rd from RM-1 to R-3 (three-family residential), Tiny Town Rd from R-1 to C-5 (commercial), Gibbs Ln and Trenton Rd from AG to R-5 (residential, with RPC disapproval), and the Matlock Rd property donation.

Planning and Zoning

The Planning Commission met July 28 to review seven zoning cases, eleven subdivisions, and several site-review developments. Notable items included a rezone of a 134-acre tract on Ted A. Crozier Blvd from Agricultural to mixed residential/commercial, a 180-unit Banner at AJAX apartment complex at 375 Bellamy Lane, and the Walker Farms Final PUD revision with 358 units on 22.5 acres.

The Board of Zoning Appeals met Aug. 5 to consider 16 home office requests, plus specific applications for dog grooming at 996 Gratton Rd., artisan studios at 790 Moray Ln. and 1330 Millet Dr., and four setback variances.

The Historic Zoning Commission and Common Design Review Board met July 27 to review design requests, including a conversion of 25 Crossland Avenue into a 12-unit apartment building, a variance for a 1,600 sq. ft. Tim Horton's and 1,500 sq. ft. retail tenant at 1445 Fort Campbell Boulevard, and exterior work at Madison Street United Methodist Church.

Other Boards

The Beer Board met July 30 to consider new permits for LivSmart Studios by Hilton, RaceTrac #2550, and Cheba Hut "Toasted" Subs, a joint permit for Pablos Mexican Restaurant, and an on-premise permit for Screaming Eagle Cigars. It also reviewed citations for sales to minors at three locations.

The Power Board met July 28 for board elections and a local rate action. The Housing Authority held a special meeting July 28 with no specific items. The Audit Committee met July 29 to consider the FY 2027 Audit Plan and Internal Audit Charter. The Human Relations Commission met Aug. 5 to discuss a CHAFF funding request and a new appointee. The Convention & Visitor Bureau board met July 28 to discuss multi-year funding commitments for FY27-FY30. The Roxy Regional Theatre board held a special meeting Aug. 7 to discuss a potential Cast House property.

Coming up

Week of 2026-08-03

Clarksville Gas & Water Board approves service agreements; City Council set to weigh zoning changes and greenway donation

The Clarksville Gas & Water Board approved two service agreements at its July 21 meeting, including a professional services agreement with Tennessee College of Applied Technology and an IT support agreement with Waypoint Platform Solutions. The board also reviewed financial reports for its Water, Wastewater, and Gas divisions and a stormwater division development study and implementation plan. Minutes for the meeting have not yet been published.

Gas & Water Board actions

According to the meeting summary, the board approved the two agreements and signed off on minutes from its June 18, 2026 meeting. Financial reports for the Water, Wastewater, and Gas divisions were reviewed, along with a stormwater division development study and implementation plan. No dollar amounts for the agreements were listed in the available agenda materials.

City Council zoning and property items

The Clarksville City Council is scheduled to consider multiple zoning changes on first reading, including rezoning Evans Rd from RM-1 to C-3 and Tiny Town Rd from R-1 to C-5, as well as rezoning Gibbs Ln and Trenton Rd from AG to R-5. The council will also review a proposal to repeal and replace zoning chapters 9.3 and 9.5, which cover historic and downtown overlay districts.

The council agenda includes the Public Improvement Program for fiscal years 2026–2036 and a donation of city real property to Montgomery County for Matlock Rd greenway development. A resolution to rescind the city's obligation to pay 20% of specific tax proceeds toward county instructional salaries is also listed.

Planning Commission land-use review

The Clarksville Planning Commission will review seven zoning cases and eleven subdivisions. Notable items include Z-19-2026, which would rezone a 134-acre Ted A. Crozier Blvd tract from Agricultural to mixed residential/commercial, and two site-review developments: SR-9-2026 for a 180-unit Banner at AJAX apartment complex at 375 Bellamy Lane, and SR-62-2026 for the Walker Farms Final PUD revision with 358 units on 22.5 acres.

Finance Committee: school tax obligation and K-9 retirement

The Finance Committee will consider Resolution 64-2025-26, which would rescind the city's obligation to pay 20% of the division of one half of tax proceeds for instructional salaries in the County's General Purpose School fund. The committee will also review Resolution 01-2026-27, authorizing the retirement of K-9 dog "Drako" and donation to Officer Logan Oakley, and an Order of Consent Judgment for Mark Riggins, CGW. Monthly financial reports from General Government, Department of Electricity, Gas & Water, and City Attorney are on the agenda.

Museum Board to consider FY2027 budget

The Board of Trustees will review the Treasurer's June 2026 financials and consider the Executive Director's recommendation to approve the FY2027 budget as provided. Committee reports from Finance, Building, Collections/Exhibits, Marketing/Membership, Nominating, and Museum Guild are scheduled. A reception for Cameron O'Hanlon, Executive Director of the ACT Authority, is set for August 11, 5:30–7:00 pm.

Other meetings

Coming up

Week of 2026-07-20

Clarksville meetings: FY27 budget readings, driveway approvals, and committee updates dominate busy two weeks

Clarksville's City Council took up the first and second readings of the fiscal year 2026-27 budget over the past two weeks, while the Access Management Board of Appeals was the only body with confirmed vote outcomes — approving two driveways on Horseshoe Cave and withdrawing a request on Highland Bluff Way. Most other meetings have agendas available but minutes have not yet been published, so outcomes are not yet confirmed.

FY27 Budget Under Consideration

The City Council held special sessions on July 6 and July 9 to consider Ordinance 98-2025-26, which proposes amendments to the operating and capital budgets for governmental funds for fiscal year 2026-27. Minutes from both readings have not been published, so the vote outcomes are not available in the record.

Access Management Board Decisions

The Clarksville Access Management Board of Appeals met July 15 at the Street Department and recorded three 5-0 votes. Members voted 5-0 to approve two driveways on Horseshoe Cave, increasing the primary driveway width to 32 feet (Case #2026-03). They also voted 5-0 to withdraw the driveway request on 100 Highland Bluff Way because the property is on a private road (Case #2026-04). Prior meeting minutes were adopted 5-0. The agenda included Amendment Ordinance 107-2005-06, which requires a minimum of 2-3 cases on the agenda.

Transportation, Street and Garage Committee

The committee reviewed departmental reports on July 14. Clarksville Transit System reported June ridership of 38,507 fixed-route riders and 4,562 paratransit riders, with year-to-date net operations under budget by $186,920.02. The city garage reported June parts costs of $177,559.78 and tire costs of $19,425. The Street Department provided updates on capital projects including Spring Creek, Rossview, Woodstock Phase I, and Russellville sidewalks.

Neighborhood and Community Services Committee

On July 13, the committee was scheduled to receive updates on several housing and community initiatives, including the Financial Empowerment Center staffing and a Fall 2026 launch, the Canopy Initiative 100-Day Challenge progress regarding families, veterans, and seniors, the Jack Miller Blvd property donation, and the Frosty Morn Senior Housing PUD funding status. Preparation of the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) was also on the agenda.

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee reviewed maintenance operations at Smith Trahern Mansion and Swan Lake Golf Course on July 14. Staff presented information on summer youth programming, aquatics, and America's 250th Celebration activities, including July 3 fireworks and a July 4 drone show. Other events discussed included an Exposé Into the Mind of the United States Colored Troops event at the L&N Train Station and a Murder in Maui dinner event at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center.

Other Committee and Board Activity

The Operations Committee met July 7 to establish ground rules, communication protocols, and review year-to-date budget versus actuals, staffing levels, and open contracts. The Clarksville ACT Authority met July 14 to consider approval of a procurement policy, FY2025/26 financial actuals, and a communications and fundraising outlook through 2028. The Clarksville Housing Authority Board of Commissioners met July 15 to discuss a 90-day Executive Director assessment, employee handbook revisions (Sections 1-3), the Lincon Homes Redevelopment update, and a ROSS Grant update. The Public Safety Committee met July 15 to review department reports and consider Resolution 01-2026-27, which would retire K-9 'Drako' from the police unit and donate the retired dog to Officer Logan Oakley. The Senior Center Board of Directors held a special meeting July 16 to finalize unresolved transitional issues. The Arts and Heritage Council discussed a possible scholarship endowment, a website refresh, and updates on the Civil Rights Monument, Road to Emancipation, and Art on Crossland Ave. trestle.

Coming Up

Week of 2026-07-13

Clarksville officials packed budget readings, zoning, and beer permits into busy two-week stretch

Clarksville's City Council held multiple special sessions over the past two weeks to take up the fiscal year 2026-27 budget, with zoning changes, property donations, and beer permits also on crowded agendas. Because minutes have not yet been published for any of these meetings, the items below reflect what was scheduled for consideration — not confirmed outcomes or vote tallies.

City Council and the FY27 Budget

The City Council met in special session on June 29 to discuss the FY27 budget, including Ordinance 97-2025-26, which would amend current budgets and adopt new operating and capital budgets for governmental funds.

A second special session on July 6 was scheduled to consider the first reading of Ordinance 98-2025-26, proposing amendments to the operating and capital budgets for governmental funds for fiscal year 2026-27. A third special session on July 9 was set for the second reading of the same ordinance.

No vote tallies are available because minutes have not been published.

Zoning, Donations, and Liquor Certificates

At its July 2 meeting, the City Council was scheduled to consider several zoning ordinances, including a zone change from O-1 to C-2 for Youth Realty, LLC near Professional Park Dr, and a zone change from R-1 to C-5 for Shaun Robertson near Dover Rd.

The agenda also included donation of real property at 0 Jack Miller Blvd for housing development, an amendment to the FY27 Operating Budget for the Clarksville Parking Commission, and donation of city property to Montgomery County for Matlock Rd greenway development.

Restoring Clarksville Task Force

On June 30, the Restoring Clarksville Initiative Task Force was set to receive updates from city departments on development and infrastructure. Discussion topics included potential opportunity zones near Fort Campbell Blvd, state legislation on Land Trusts/Land Banks and Enhanced Code Fines, Building and Codes staffing for the FY2027 budget, the Safe Streets for All plan, and the Frosty Morn senior and ADA low-income housing process.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals met July 1 to review requests for permitted uses and variances. The agenda listed professional home office requests at nine addresses: 429 Faye Dr., 991 S Ash Ridge Dr. Unit C, 3263 Twelve Oaks Blvd., 3777 Nadia Ct., 1348 Francesca Dr., 918 Dominion Dr., 2825 Summertree Ln., 1792 Apache Way, and 725 Cavalier Dr.

Additional requests included catering services at 1354 Bruceton Dr., a religious institution at 3071 Trenton Rd., dog grooming at 209 Union Camp Blvd., a guest house at 949 Meriwether Rd., and setback variances at 3421 Quicksilver Ln., 537 Inver Ln., and 1006 Washington St.

Beer Board

On July 2, the Beer Board was scheduled to review new beer permits and a special event request. Items included a special event for Blackhorse Pub and Brewery's America's 250th Celebration at 1 Public Square, a parking lot permit for Edward Lynn LLC / DBA Classic Cue of Clarksville at 647 N Riverside Dr., new on-premise permits for Artisan Bistro, LLC at 1715 Wilma Rudolph Blvd., Ste. D and Old Chicago Taproom II LLC at 2815 Wilma Rudolph Blvd., and a citation review for Noveer LLC / DBA Royal Lounge at 703 Providence Blvd.

Operations Committee

On July 7, the Operations Committee met to establish its frequency, location, and roles. The agenda included setting committee ground rules and communication protocols, a review of year-to-date budget versus actuals, an update on staffing levels and open positions, and a status report on open contracts and upcoming bids.

Coming Up

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