Water & utilities in Tennessee local government
What Tennessee city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about water & utilities — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
368 Tennessee meetings since 2024 covered water & utilities. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Tennessee with the most water & utilities activity
- Nashville, TN (66)
- Clarksville, TN (57)
- Crossville, TN (42)
- Spring Hill, TN (24)
- Lebanon, TN (21)
- Murfreesboro, TN (19)
- Coffee County, TN (18)
- Columbia, TN (15)
- Bristol, TN (12)
- Smyrna, TN (10)
- Springfield, TN (10)
- Blount County, TN (8)
Latest matching meetings
Highway commission to discuss routine road maintenance
The Coffee County Highway Commission will hold its monthly meeting, which includes public comments, approval of minutes, and discussion of routine road maintenance topics such as upcoming paving, mowing, patching, and drainage issues. No specific contracts, dollar amounts, or ordinances are on the agenda; the meeting…
Committee to vote on annual stormwater report to TDEC, consider restaurant credit
The Storm Water Advisory Committee will consider approval of the Town of Smyrna's annual report submittal to the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC), review a credit application from Mi Cancun Mexican Restaurant at 536 Enon Springs Rd E, and discuss stormwater utility inquiries. The meeting…
Committee will discuss rural water, animal control, and fire reports
The Health, Welfare & Recreation Committee will hear a report on rural water from Tim Morris, an animal control update, and a discussion of the rural fire situation. No specific actions or decisions are listed beyond the usual procedural items.
Council considers eminent domain for electric utility facilities on Dry Valley Road
The City Council is meeting to discuss Resolution 2026-64. This resolution supports the Cleveland Utilities Authority's use of eminent domain to acquire service rights and facilities from Volunteer Energy Cooperative.
Committee to score remaining wastewater plant sites and submit results by July 29
The Wastewater Treatment Plant Site Selection Committee will discuss the mayor’s report on the top 12 potential sites, consider removing additional sites, review updated consultant information, and examine the final scoring matrix adopted on June 26, 2026. The committee will also be tasked with scoring the remaining…
Lebanon City Council to consider $8.05M debt refunding and budget amendments
The City Council will discuss several budget amendments for police and utilities, a land use change for Rutledge Lane, and the termination of annual payments to the Wilson County Expo Center. The body will also review a $8,055,000.00 refunding of public safety and radio communications bonds.
Clarksville Gas & Water Board approves IT and professional service agreements
The Clarksville Gas & Water Board approved a professional services agreement with Tennessee College of Applied Technology and a services agreement with Waypoint Platform Solutions for IT support. The board also reviewed financial reports and stormwater division progress.
Committee to consider water, sewer, and redevelopment plan amendments
The Planning and Zoning Committee will review resolutions to approve water and sewer infrastructure projects and amendments to redevelopment plans. The agenda also includes authorizing the abandonment of certain right-of-ways.
Committee to consider water, sewer, and greenway agreements
The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will review resolutions authorizing water and sewer infrastructure projects and greenway conservation easements, as well as a contract amendment for street sweeping services.
Council to vote on $39,000 street equipment purchase
The Jacksboro City Council will discuss and take action on buying a used BOMAG dual drum roller for $39,000 for the Street Department. They will also consider a warranty deed for 0.48 acres at 116 Cromeans and related easement agreements, and an ordinance amending Chapter 12 water regulations. A budget workshop will…
City Council approves contracts for equipment, emergency services, and wastewater upgrades
The Columbia City Council will consider a consent agenda including the approval of a $10.7 million monthly disbursement, a city-wide emergency services agreement, and multiple contracts for police equipment, public works vehicles, and traffic infrastructure. The meeting also includes presentations and a public hearing.
Water authority to dissolve, transfer Wayside Acres to Central States
This special call meeting of the Coffee County Water and Wastewater Authority will consider regular procedural items such as approving minutes and public comments. The main substantive item is reviewing paperwork to dissolve the authority and transfer Wayside Acres to Central States. The meeting concludes with…
Lebanon City Council to consider land use change and budget amendments
The City Council will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to discuss a contested land use amendment for Rutledge Lane and vote on several utility and police budget adjustments. The body is also considering the creation of a Design Review Commission and the termination of annual funding for the Wilson County Expo…
Spring Hill considers $217k HVAC project and various infrastructure updates
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will vote on several municipal contracts, including a City Hall HVAC replacement and water system engineering. The meeting also covers fire department vehicle purchases, zoning code amendments regarding fences, and development agreements for new housing phases.
Sevierville planning commission considers 18-month moratorium on new data centers.
The Planning Commission will review an ordinance that pauses new data center and high-density computing facility permits for 18 months. The pause allows staff to study infrastructure, water, noise, and utility impacts before drafting permanent zoning rules. Existing or legally vested projects are exempt from the…
Council to vote on FY27 tax rate and annexation of 17.48 acres
The City Council will hold public hearings and first readings on several land use matters, including a PRD zoning amendment, annexation of 17.48 acres along Halls Hill Pike, and rezoning of 14.61 acres on Cason Lane. They will also consider adopting the FY27 tax rate and approving various contracts and amendments…
Board will discuss concrete pad construction and closure of six centers
The Sanitation Board will discuss plans to build concrete pads that would lead to the closure of six waste centers. The board will also discuss the local oil facility and conduct a tour of that facility. No formal decisions are indicated on the agenda.
Planning Commission to vote on updated design guidelines and standards
The Murfreesboro Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommendations on several items, including amendments to the city's Design Guidelines and Standards, an annexation petition for 10.97 acres on Elam Road, and a zoning change for 11.4 acres near Indian Park Drive. The commission will also vote…
Committee narrows sites for new wastewater treatment plant
The Wastewater Treatment Plant Site Selection Committee will review scored candidate sites, consider removing some from further consideration, and hear an overview of newly identified sites. They will also adopt a final site evaluation matrix to guide the next phase of selection.
Clarksville Power Board meeting scheduled for June 23, 2026
The Power Board will review monthly reports and division updates. The agenda includes a land purchase regarding the Spring Creek Parkway Substation.
Water Resources Board reviews service amendments and infrastructure allocations
The board is considering several contract amendments, including expanded lawn care services and chemical supply renewals. They are also reviewing contingency fund allocations for a full-scale thermal dryer project at the WRRF.
Council votes on zoning change for 2.62 acres on Minnis Rd
The City Council will hold a work session at 2 PM followed by a regular session at 3 PM, where they will consider a consent agenda including final passage of a zoning ordinance to rezone 2.62 acres on Minnis Rd, an amendment to the FY2026 budget, and several resolutions authorizing contracts and grants.
Board approves 2026-27 budget and tax rate
The Blount County Board of Commissioners will consider a $4 million interfund loan and a $1.66 million budget increase to correct errors in the 2025-26 budget. The body is also set to approve the FY 26-27 tax rate and appropriation resolutions.
Clarksville Gas & Water Board approves several infrastructure and service contracts
The Clarksville Gas & Water Board approved multiple contracts for water treatment, gas main replacement, and facility accessibility. The board also approved an updated pay table including cost of living and wage increases.
City Council to vote on FY 2026-2027 budget and tax levy
The Cookeville City Council will hold public hearings and consider second reading of the FY 2026-2027 annual budget, tax levy, and appropriations for nonprofit organizations. They will also vote on a resolution for a right-turn lane on South Willow Avenue, a right-of-way exchange on Guardian Way, and multiple change…
Council considers multiple rezoning requests and public safety upgrades
The City Council will review several second-reading rezoning ordinances and various municipal contracts. Key discussions include police equipment upgrades, water resource amendments, and liquor compliance renewals.
City Council meets to vote on the FY 26-27 budget and tax rates
The council will consider several critical financial items, including the upcoming fiscal year's budget, tax rates, and utility rate increases. They are also reviewing end-of-year budget adjustments and potential FEMA grant applications.
Board approved $498,000 purchase of 2,000 meter collars
The Essential Services Board approved a $73,696 annual support and warranty contract with Alianza for five years and a $498,000 purchase of 2,000 CPMD meter collars from Carina Technology. It also noted a TVA fuel cost increase to $0.02873 per kWh for residential customers beginning July 2026. The board discussed an…
City Council reviews FY27 budgets for various city departments
The City Council is conducting a special session to review several second-reading ordinances regarding the Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget. The council will also consider a first-reading ordinance for governmental funds.
Springfield to vote on FY2027 budget and utility rate changes
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider the annual budget and tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year. The meeting includes public hearings and final votes on new rate schedules for sanitation, gas, wastewater, and electric services. The board will also review several zoning changes and municipal contracts.
Council to vote on rezoning 690 Franklin Road for youth education center
The City Council will hold second readings on ordinances to rezone 690 Franklin Road from residential to a text-specific plan for a youth education center. They will also consider first readings on several budget amendments for wastewater treatment, lead service line replacement, asset management, and gas department…
Spring Hill to vote on FY 2026-2027 annual budget and tax rates
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold public hearings and final votes on the annual budget and tax rates for the upcoming fiscal year. The meeting also includes several infrastructure acceptances and new service contracts for city departments.
Committee to evaluate and rank sites for a new wastewater treatment plant
The Wastewater Treatment Plant Site Selection Committee is meeting to establish a scoring process for potential locations. Members will review new candidate sites, considering factors like infrastructure proximity and floodplain constraints.
Committee reviews federal grant amendment for Nolensville Pike safety upgrades
The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will review multiple infrastructure approvals, utility contracts, and encroachment authorizations. Members will also consider a federal grant amendment for Nolensville Pike safety improvements and a resolution urging accelerated Vision Zero pedestrian safety initiatives…
Stormwater Advisory Committee to review FY26 and sewer overflow update
The Stormwater Advisory Committee will meet to review the Stormwater Coordinator's report for FY26. The body will also discuss an update regarding the North Fork Turkey Creek sewer overflow.
Blount County Commission Workshop to review FY 26-27 tax rate and budget
The Commission Workshop is discussing the proposed FY 26-27 tax rate, appropriation, and capital outlay resolutions. The body is also reviewing several budget increases for school facilities, road repairs, and a new public defender position.
City Council reviews first readings of several FY27 budget ordinances
The City Council is conducting a special work session to review the first readings of multiple fiscal year 2026-27 budgets. These ordinances cover various city departments and funds including light, gas, water, transit, and parking.
Committee to consider sewer fee increase ordinance
The Budget Committee will vote on an ordinance raising sewer fees and two major financing measures: a $5 million commercial paper issuance for AutoZone Park repairs and a $28 million interfund loan for storm water and sewer funds. They will also discuss tangible personal property taxes and review the Downtown Memphis…
MLGW Committee to discuss fiscal consent agenda and workforce development
The MLGW Committee will hold two discussions: the fiscal consent agenda, which may involve financial approvals, and a career academy and workforce development initiative. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists only of discussion items.
Committee to vote on $250K state grant for stormwater program manager
The Public Works, Solid Waste, & General Services Committee will decide on a resolution to accept a $250,000 state grant for the Stormwater Program Manager project. They will also receive an update on the Grey Water Facility at the xAI Campus and discuss properties at 247 Washington Avenue and 128 Adams Avenue.