Clarksville public meetings in 2021

City Council

The council will consider several applications to change property zoning for residential and commercial districts. The agenda also includes reviewing annexation progress reports and approving various committee appointments. Additionally, the Finance Committee will discuss property donations for road improvements.

• Rezoning at Ft. Campbell Blvd. and Millsworth Dr. to R-4 Multiple Family District
• Rezoning of Via Dr. and Garden Ter. from R-2 to R-6 Single Family Residential
• Donation of property for the Allen Road Intersection Improvement Project
• Donation of Swan Lake tennis court lighting to Clarksville Academy
• Appointments to the Human Relations Commission and Regional Planning Commission

Regional Planning Commission

The Regional Planning Commission is reviewing several zoning changes for residential and commercial use. These include requests for multi-family housing developments and a new retail location. The commission will also consider subdivision plats and site reviews.

• Rezoning of 18.32 acres at Leonard Dr. & Millswood Dr. to R-4 multi-family district
• Rezoning of 1.2 acres on SR Highway 13 for a new Dollar General
• Final plat approval for Oak Plains Estates, a 52.08-acre, 37-lot subdivision
• Preliminary plat approval for Windham Court, a 21-lot cluster development
• Site review for Tiny Town Commons, featuring retail and multi-family use

The Clarksville-Montgomery County Regional Planning Commission approved all zoning, subdivision, and site review cases on the agenda, including several rezoning requests for multi-family residential development. The commission also approved a variance for Oak Plains Estates, a subdivision regulation update, and a fee waiver for the Cunningham Fire Department. All decisions were unanimous or with noted abstentions/oppositions.

• Approved rezoning to R-4 for multi-family at Leonard Dr. & Millwood Dr. (Z-79-2021, Kimbrough abstained)
• Approved rezoning to R-6 at Via Dr. (Z-80-2021, unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to R-4 at Professional Park Dr. & Stowe Ct. (Z-81-2021, unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to C-2 at Liberty Pkwy. & Delmar Dr. (Z-82-2021, Streetman opposed)
• Approved rezoning to R-2D at Sycamore Dr. (Z-83-2021, unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to R-4 at Cedar Ct. (Z-85-2021, unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to R-4 at Needmore Rd. & Union Hall Rd. (Z-86-2021, unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plats for Windham Court and Honeycomb Heights, and variance for Oak Plains Estates (all unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review purchasing reports for gas main projects and street design contracts. It will also consider ordinances regarding property donations for road improvements and tennis court lighting.

• TinyTown Multimodal Design contract for $174,950.00
• Clarksville Gas Master Plan engineering services for $171,000.00
• US Highway 41-A Natural Gas Main Replacement survey and design for $70,000.00
• Ordinance accepting property donation for Allen Road Intersection Improvement Project
• Ordinance authorizing tennis court lighting donation to Clarksville Academy

The Finance Committee approved several professional service contracts, including a $174,950 design contract for the Tiny Town multimodal project, and advanced two ordinances on first reading. The committee also reviewed financial reports showing revenues exceeding last year by $6.1 million and a net gain of 97 electricity customers. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals and the ordinance recommendations.

• Approved $174,950 Tiny Town Multimodal Design contract with Gresham Smith & Partners
• Approved $2,000 appraisal of 1600 Needmore Road for potential regional recreation center
• Approved $70,000 survey/design for US Highway 41-A natural gas main replacement
• Approved $171,000 engineering services for Clarksville Gas Master Plan
• Approved $53,625 survey/design for Peachers Mill Road natural gas main extension
• Approved Ordinance 69-2021-22 (first reading) donating Swan Lake tennis court lighting to Clarksville Academy
• Approved Ordinance 70-2021-22 (first reading) accepting land donation for Allen Road intersection project

Ethics Commission

The commission will review and discuss multiple active ethics complaints. This includes determining if documentation is sufficient for one complaint and reviewing the status of others related to criminal proceedings.

• Discuss continuance for Complaint #1 against Lance Baker
• Review status of Complaints #6 and #11 against Richard Garrett
• Determine sufficiency of documentation for Complaint #13 against Vondell Richmond
• Pre-hearing conference for Complaint #15 against Dennis Newburn

Public Safety Committee

The committee reviewed monthly reports from the Building & Codes, Police, and Fire & Rescue departments. A request was presented to pay $3,759.77 to Mercedes Benz Financial Services for a seized 2014 Mercedes C26.

• Request to pay $3,759.77 to Mercedes Benz Financial Services for a seized vehicle
• Building & Codes monthly reports and permit activity
• Police Department monthly reports and staffing updates
• Fire & Rescue monthly reports and upcoming vehicle arrivals

Beer Board

The Clarksville Beer Board will consider new on-premises and off-premises beer permits for three businesses. The board will also review upcoming special events at 1493 Madison Street. No details were provided regarding citations.

• New permit: El Rinconcito Taqueria, 886 Kraft Street
• New permit: La Tiendita, 3862 Trenton Road
• New permit: La Fondita Taqueria, 2601 Ft. Campbell Blvd
• Special events at 1493 Madison Street (Dec 17-19 and Dec 24-26)

Parking Commission

The commission will review items including parking rates, monthly permits, and obstruction permits. Discussion is also scheduled regarding the Cumberland Garage and a new parking garage. Additionally, the body will address ParkMobile and a new parking contract.

• Review of parking rates and monthly permits
• Updates on Cumberland Garage and a new parking garage
• Discussion of obstruction permits and mixed-use garages
• Status of ParkMobile transition
• New parking contract discussion

The Clarksville Parking Commission adopted a new rate structure for obstruction permits, including a 48-hour business-day approval time, and approved changes to monthly parking permits, including a new due date of the 5th and a $15 rate increase. The commission also approved making all monthly parking garages and lots mixed-use with no assigned spaces. A proposal for oversized vehicle road closure fees was tabled, as was a discussion on discounted permits for elected officials.

• Adopted new obstruction permit rate structure with 48-hour business-day approval (unanimous)
• Approved monthly parking permit changes: due by 5th, late fee $5, forfeiture if unpaid (unanimous)
• Approved $15 increase to monthly parking rates (unanimous)
• Approved all monthly parking garages and lots as mixed-use with no assigned spaces (unanimous)
• Tabled oversized vehicle road closure fee policy until January meeting
• Tabled Elite Passes for elected officials pending City Attorney input

City Council

The council is reviewing an ordinance to approve a settlement for Robinsons and/or Franklin Street Corporation lawsuits. The session also includes a proposal to accept land from Christian Family for the Spring Creek Parkway right-of-way.

• Settlement of Robinsons and/or Franklin Street Corporation (FSC) lawsuits
• Donation of real property from Christian Family for Spring Creek Parkway right-of-way

The Clarksville City Council held a special session and approved two ordinances. Ordinance 59-2021-22, on second reading, amended a prior ordinance to settle lawsuits filed by Robinsons and/or Franklin Street Corporation against the city. Ordinance 68-2021-22, on first reading, accepted a donation of real property from the Christian family for right-of-way purposes for the Spring Creek Parkway. Both motions passed unanimously with all present members voting aye.

• Adopted Ordinance 59-2021-22 (second reading) approving settlement of Robinsons/FSC lawsuits (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 68-2021-22 (first reading) accepting Christian family land donation for Spring Creek Parkway right-of-way (unanimous)

Housing & Community Development Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Committee will discuss department programs and the Community Development Block Grant application process. The meeting also includes a review of the Citizen Participation Plan.

• Overview of Neighborhood and Community Services Programs
• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application Process
• Citizen Participation Plan

The Neighborhood and Community Services Committee unanimously adopted the minutes from its September 23, 2021 meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of staff introductions, a presentation on department programs and the CDBG application process (available online), and updates on Hispanic community outreach and a new affordable housing nonprofit.

• Adopted September 23, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to donate light poles from the Swan Lake Tennis Courts to Clarksville Academy. Jennifer Letourneau will also provide a department overview and an update on human resources.

• Ordinance for donation of Swan Lake Tennis Court light poles to Clarksville Academy
• Department overview and HR update

Tree Board

The Clarksville Tree Board is reviewing the City Forester's 2021 accomplishments and discussing preparations for Arbor Day 2022. The board also addressed the location for Christmas tree chipping at Heritage Park.

• Christmas tree chipping at Heritage Park from December 26 to January 9
• Planning for Arbor Day 2022 seedlings
• Assistance with the 2022 Tree City Growth Award
• Review of 2021 forestry work orders and tree distributions

Fair Housing Board

This meeting consists of procedural items including introductions and a discussion on the purpose of the board. No substantive decisions or actions are scheduled.

Convention & Visitors Bureau

The provided text is a public notice for a scheduled meeting of the Board of Directors of the Clarksville Montgomery County Convention and Visitors Bureau. No specific agenda items or topics for discussion are listed in this notice.

City Council

The Clarksville City Council will consider several rezoning applications, including requests for Reda Home Builders and Bible Baptist Church. The council will also discuss joining a state-wide opioid abatement agreement and a resolution regarding the decriminalization of simple possession. Additionally, the agenda includes territory annexation and the settlement of lawsuits.

• Rezoning request for Reda Home Builders at Twin Rivers Rd. and Nolen Rd.
• Joining the Tennessee state-subdivision opioid abatement agreement
• Resolution regarding decriminalization of simple possession of marijuana
• Annexation of territory along HWY 76 and Little Hope Rd.
• Settlement of lawsuits involving Robinsons and/or Franklin Street Corporation

The council passed resolutions to annex territory along State Route 12 and East Old Ashland City Rd. near Bryan Rd. and adopt a plan of service for it, both by unanimous vote. A separate annexation along HWY 76 and Little Hope Rd. failed for lack of a second. The council also passed first readings of several zoning changes, including one for Reda Home Builders (Twin Rivers Rd./Nolen Rd.) and one for Quiktrip Corp. (north of Rossview Rd.), but denied a zone change for Larry Chappell (Gupton Ln & Gupton Cir.).

• Adopted Resolution 33-2021-22-A annexing territory along State Route 12 and East Old Ashland City Rd. near Bryan Rd. (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolution 34-2021-22-A adopting a plan of service for the annexed territory along State Route 12 and East Old Ashland City Rd. (unanimous).
• Resolution 33-2021-22 annexing territory along HWY 76 and Little Hope Rd. failed for lack of a second.
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 60-2021-22 (Reda Home Builders zone change to R-4) with 10 ayes, 3 nays.
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 61-2021-22 (Wolff zone change to R-4) unanimously.
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 62-2021-22 (Bible Baptist Church zone change to R-5) unanimously.
• Failed first reading of Ordinance 63-2021-22 (Chappell zone change to R-4) with 2 ayes, 11 nays.
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 64-2021-22 (Quiktrip zone change to C-2) with 12 ayes, 1 nay.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review three applications regarding land use and setbacks. These include requests for a home-based hydrotherapy business and a micro distillery with a tasting room. The board will also consider a side yard setback variance request.

• Use permit request for a colon hydrotherapy business at 941 Ridgewood Dr.
• Use permit request for a micro distillery with tasting room at 1030-A Progress Dr.
• Side yard setback variance request for 909 McClardy Rd.

The Board of Zoning Appeals deferred a request for a colon hydrotherapy business at 941 Ridgewood Dr. for 30 days to review a shared driveway deed. It approved a micro distillery with tasting room at 1030-A Progress Dr. and a 1.1-foot setback variance at 909 McClardy Rd., both unanimously.

• Deferred BZA-56-2021 (colon hydrotherapy home business) for 30 days (unanimous)
• Approved BZA-57-2021 (micro distillery with tasting room) (unanimous)
• Approved BZA-58-2021 (1.1-foot side yard setback variance) (unanimous)
• Adopted November 3, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Power Board

The Power Board will review October minutes and monthly reports. The meeting includes updates on the electric and broadband divisions, as well as several equipment purchase requests for fiber optic components and transformers.

• Purchase requests for fiber optic cable, transceivers, and OLT chassis/cards
• Transformer restock request
• Review of October Power Board minutes
• Electric and broadband division updates

The Clarksville Power Board unanimously approved the October 28, 2021 meeting minutes and the October 2021 financial report. The board also reviewed and approved multiple purchase requests for equipment including switches, power supplies, fiber optic cable, and transformers. The meeting was called to order at 9:31 a.m. and adjourned at 10:30 a.m.

• Approved the October 28, 2021 meeting minutes (moved by Travis Holleman, seconded by Darla Knight).
• Approved the October 2021 financial report (moved by Garnett Ladd, seconded by Travis Holleman).
• Reviewed purchase requests for switches, ONT power supplies, OLT chassis and cards, fiber optic cable, fiber transceivers, transformer restock, annual product and services support, and business install equipment.

Power Board

The meeting includes updates from the Electric and Broadband divisions and a review of October's monthly report. The board will also consider various purchase requests for fiber optic components and transformer restock.

• Purchase requests for ONT power supplies, OLT chassis/cards, and fiber optic cable
• Purchase requests for fiber transceivers and transformer restock
• Review of Operating Policy 2-1
• Electric Division Update
• Broadband Division Report

City Council

The council is reviewing several rezoning applications, including requests for multi-family residential and commercial districts. The agenda also includes territory annexation along Highway 76 and a resolution regarding the decriminalization of simple possession of marijuana.

• Annexation of territory along HWY 76 and Little Hope Rd.
• Rezoning request for Reda Home Builders at Twin Rivers Rd. and Nolen Rd.
• Resolution regarding the decriminalization of simple possession of marijuana.
• Settlement of lawsuits involving Robinsons and/or Franklin Street Corporation v. City.
• Authorization for a proposal with the Tennessee Department of Transportation.

Regional Planning Commission

The commission is reviewing several rezoning requests and subdivision plats for the region. Key items include proposals for multi-family housing and large-scale residential projects. The agenda also includes zoning text amendments regarding mixed-use developments.

• Preliminary plat approval for the 467-lot Cardinal Creek Section 2 subdivision
• Rezoning request for Reda Home Builders, Inc. to build condos at Twin Rivers Rd. and Nolen Rd.
• Proposed rezoning of 14.29 acres on Kennedy Ln. to a multi-family residential district
• Zoning text amendments to add a Mixed Use Planned Unit Development section
• Site review for a warehouse and office development at 485 International Blvd.

Finance Committee

The committee reviewed professional service contracts for street and sidewalk improvements. Members also addressed a settlement ordinance for ongoing lawsuits and a proposal regarding the Tennessee Department of Transportation.

• Contract award for Needmore Road Phase I Improvements ($412,151)
• Ordinance regarding settlement of Robinson and Franklin Street Corporation lawsuits
• Resolution authorizing a proposal with the Tennessee Department of Transportation
• Contract award for SR48/13 Sidewalk Improvements ($171,400)
• Contract award for Exit 1 Interchange Traffic Signal Improvements ($86,830)

The Finance Committee approved Ordinance 59-2021-22, amending a prior settlement with the Robinsons/Franklin Street Corporation to remove a property the City cannot receive title to, while keeping the rest of the settlement. It also approved Resolution 35-2021-22, authorizing the Mayor to sign a TDOT proposal for striping and a new traffic signal at Tiny Town Rd. and Twelve Oaks. The committee adopted the October minutes and heard reports on professional service contracts, finances, and legal expenditures. No public comments were made.

• Adopted the October 28 minutes as presented.
• Approved Ordinance 59-2021-22 amending the settlement to exclude a property the City cannot receive title to.
• Approved Resolution 35-2021-22 authorizing the Mayor to sign a TDOT proposal for striping and a new traffic signal at Tiny Town Rd. and Twelve Oaks.
• Heard report of professional service contracts, including $86,830 for Exit 1 signal design and $412,151 for Needmore Road design.
• Heard report of $10,140 in surplus property sales on GovDeals for October 2021.
• Heard CFO report that expenditures exceed revenues by $5.6 million, typical for this time of year.
• Heard report of legal expenditures, including $3,796 for Robinson v. City and $6,125 for an ethics complaint.
• Went into attorney-client privilege from 4:52 to 4:59 pm.

Common Design Review Board

The Common Design Review Board will consider a request to change the exterior brick color at 25 Jefferson Street. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from October 25, 2021.

• Case DDR-21-2021: Request to paint exterior brick with SW Snowbound color at 25 Jefferson Street
• Approval of October 25, 2021, meeting minutes

Economic Development Council

The Economic Development Council Executive Committee will review financial reports and a CEO update. The committee will also consider upgrading the Historic Collinsville Manager and Workforce Coordinator positions.

• Upgrade of Historic Collinsville Manager position
• Upgrade of Workforce Coordinator position
• Health plan renewal
• EDC budgeting process discussion
• Formal appointment of legal counsel

Access Management Board of Appeals

The Access Management Board of Appeals is reviewing site plans for two commercial developments. One project involves a gas station and retail facility on Peachers Mill Road. The second concerns a retail development at the intersection of Ft. Campbell Blvd. and Sinclair Dr.

• Proposed gas station/retail on Peachers Mill Road
• Proposed retail development at Ft. Campbell Blvd. and Sinclair Dr.

The Access Management Board of Appeals approved two access requests. The first allowed one full access driveway on Peacher Mill Rd for fueling trucks, in addition to the existing access off Creek Rd. The second allowed one full access driveway on Ft Campbell Blvd, in addition to the access off Sinclar Dr, due to unsafe sight distance from the traffic signal. Both approvals were unanimous with 2-0 votes.

• Approved one full access driveway on Peacher Mill Rd for fueling trucks, in addition to the access off Creek Rd (motion by Normand Brumblay, second by Mathew Kenney, vote 2-0).
• Approved one full access driveway on Ft Campbell Blvd, in addition to the access off Sinclar Dr, due to unsafe sight distance from the traffic signal (motion by Mathew Kenney, second by Normand Brumblay, vote 2-0).

Gas & Water Board

The Clarksville Gas & Water Committee reviewed department reports including financial updates and bad debt for September 2021. The meeting also included presentations on a fee increase for flow monitoring services and recent equipment purchases.

• Fee increase of $25,000 for ADS Environmental Services flow monitoring
• Purchase of a CAT 308 from Thompson Machinery for $110,736.00
• Purchase of Artic Wolf Security Software from Waypoint for $45,758.07
• Emergency repair of the Water Treatment Plant Raw Water Pump Station A/C unit for $4,067.00

Public Safety Committee

The November 17 meeting agenda includes monthly reports from the Police, Fire, and Building & Codes departments. The provided records also detail the committee's approval of ordinances regarding housing fees and alcohol consumption hours.

• Ordinance 4-2032: Codifying fee schedules for non-single family housing
• Ordinance 28-2021-22: Establishing alcohol consumption hours in the Entertainment District
• Police Department report noting a shortage of 15 officers and two dispatch vacancies
• Fire & Rescue report regarding hiring five new firefighters in November

The Public Safety Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the September 15, 2021 meeting and acknowledged the missed October 20th meeting. No committee or city council action was required. The committee heard reports from the Police, Fire & Rescue, and Building & Codes departments, and discussed complaints about commercial vehicle parking on residential property.

• Approved the September 15, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously
• Acknowledged the missed October 20th meeting
• Heard Police Department report on hiring, Crisis Intervention Team, and J.E.T. team
• Heard Fire & Rescue report on vacancies, new vehicles, and burn building
• Heard Building & Codes report and discussed sign permits
• Discussed complaints about commercial vehicle parking on residential property
• Adjourned at 4:38 p.m.

Beer Board

The Clarksville Beer Board is reviewing new permit applications. No details were provided regarding special events, citations, or other business.

• Off-premise permit application for First Market at 1021 Hwy 76 STE 111
• Caterer’s permit application for Nicoletta’s Catering & Takeaway at 820 College St

Parking Commission

The commission reviewed financial reports and meter repair statuses. Members approved a new discount structure for monthly parkers and announced that enforcement of code regarding parking violations and permit renewals will begin.

• Approved new monthly parking discounts, including 25% for government entities
• Announced enforcement of code prohibiting permit renewals for those with outstanding violations
• Reported 125 meters are currently spares or inoperable
• Discussed the status of Cumberland Garage repairs and peer review
• Noted Michael Palmore will join City staff effective November 8

The Parking Commission approved free parking in Historic Downtown on Fridays in December to encourage holiday shopping and dining. The commission also discussed the Cumberland Garage repair timeline, a new parking garage plan, and the upcoming transition to ParkMobile, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved free parking in Historic Downtown on Fridays in December (unanimous)
• Adopted October 19, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Voided parking citation 17114634
• No action taken on citation 170114738

Sustainability Board

The Sustainability Board will review rules, procedures, and the adoption of bylaws. The meeting also includes a subcommittee discussion regarding benchmarking reports and updates on APSU.

• Rules and Procedures/Bylaws discussion
• Adoption of Bylaws
• Update on Benchmarking Reports
• APSU updates

The Clarksville Sustainability Board met and reviewed draft bylaws, which were then approved unanimously via a motion by Wanda Smith, seconded by Travis Holleman. The board also agreed to add a discussion of committees to the January meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 4:00 PM.

• Approved draft bylaws unanimously
• Added committee discussion to January meeting agenda

Ethics Commission

The Clarksville Ethics Commission will meet to approve minutes and decisions from the October 19, 2021 meeting. The commission will also address the status of three specific ethics complaints.

• Pre-hearing conference for Complaint #1 (Robinson vs Baker)
• Hearing set for Dec. 10, 2021, regarding Complaint #1
• Status of documentation for Complaint #13 (Griffy vs Richmond)
• Setting a hearing date for Complaint #15 (Garrett vs Newburn)

Tree Board

The Clarksville Tree Board is reviewing updates on the City Street Tree replacement project and ordering seedlings for Arbor Day 2022. The board is also coordinating upcoming volunteer tree planting and distribution events.

• City Street Tree replacement project update
• Green Interchange Tree Planting event at 1591 Needmore Rd
• Green Interchange tree distribution at Pettus Park
• Christmas Tree Chipping with CDE and Parks and Rec
• Chairman succession plan for Wes Powell

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee will review human resources and soccer updates. The agenda also includes the adoption of meeting minutes from July 12 and October 11, 2021. No new business or council actions are scheduled for this session.

• Adoption of July 12, 2021, and October 11, 2021, meeting minutes
• Human resources and new employee updates
• Soccer update

The Parks and Recreation Committee held a routine meeting with no council action, new business, or old business. Members adopted the minutes from July and October 2021, and received department reports on new hires, open positions, and the status of soccer and tennis programs. No formal decisions were made.

• Adopted July 12, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted October 11, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee will review meeting minutes from July 12, 2021, and October 11, 2021. Department reports include new employee introductions, a human resources update, and a soccer update. No council actions or new business are scheduled for this meeting.

• Adoption of July 12, 2021, and October 11, 2021, meeting minutes
• Introduction of new employees by Jennifer Letourneau
• Human resources update from Jennifer Letourneau
• Soccer update from Michelle Austin

City Council

The Clarksville City Council is reviewing an ordinance to reapportion city wards for council elections based on the 2020 Census. The agenda includes public hearings for several zoning changes and a review of the consent agenda. Additionally, the council will consider department name changes and various board appointments.

• Ordinance 56-2021-22: Citywide ward reapportionment
• Zoning change at Hawkins Rd. & Edmondson Ferry Rd. from R-1 to R-4
• Budget amendment for City Hall air conditioning repair
• Sale of property located at 803 Howard Street
• Name change for Department of Housing and Community Development

The Clarksville City Council held a regular session on November 4, 2021, and voted on multiple zoning ordinances. Eight of nine first-reading zone changes were approved, while one (Ordinance 47-2021-22) was denied after a unanimous no vote. The council also adopted a consent agenda containing 19 items, including budget amendments and appointments, and passed an amended ordinance regarding non-single family housing fees.

• Approved reapplication for zone change at Ft. Campbell Blvd & Millswood Dr (Resolution 31-2021-22)
• Denied zone change at Hawkins Rd & Edmondson Ferry Rd (Ordinance 47-2021-22, unanimous no)
• Approved zone change at E. Boy Scout Rd & Needmore Rd (Ordinance 48-2021-22, 9-2)
• Approved zone change at Peachers Mill Rd & Pollard Rd (Ordinance 49-2021-22, 9-2)
• Approved zone change north of MLK Blvd (Ordinance 50-2021-22, unanimous)
• Approved zone change at Crossland Ave & Robert S. Brown Dr (Ordinance 51-2021-22, unanimous)
• Approved zone change at Daniel St & Lucas Ln (Ordinance 52-2021-22, unanimous)
• Approved zone change at Peachers Mill Rd & W. Boy Scout Rd (Ordinance 53-2021-22, unanimous)

Economic Development Council

The Executive Committee of the Industrial Development Board will hold a special meeting to select a financial institution. This selection is for the purchase of 420 acres adjacent to the Industrial Park.

• Selection of a financial institution for land purchase
• Purchase of 420 acres adjacent to the Industrial Park

Power Board

The Power Board will review September reports and a presentation on a purchase power agreement. The meeting also includes updates from the electric and broadband divisions and reviews of operating policies.

• Purchase Power Agreement Presentation
• Review of Operating Policy 2-1
• Purchase requests for uplink module components including OLT and DHCP software support renewal
• Electric and Broadband Division updates

The Clarksville Power Board approved a purchase power agreement to buy excess solar energy from a customer at 4 cents per kWh, pending TVA approval. The board also approved September financials, broadband rate increases, and a professional services invoice. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved September 2021 financials (unanimous)
• Approved purchase power agreement pending TVA approval (unanimous)
• Approved broadband rate increases for video, internet, and installation (unanimous)
• Approved Baker Donelson professional services invoice (unanimous)
• Approved September Power Board meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the first reading of Ordinance 57-2021-22 to amend the Fiscal Year 2022 budget. The proposal seeks to increase Building Repairs & Maintenance funds by $500,000 using the general fund balance. This amendment aims to address repairs for the City Hall air conditioning system.

• $500,000 increase to Building Repairs & Maintenance
• First reading of Ordinance 57-2021-22
• Repair of City Hall HVAC system and compressor replacement

City Council

The council is reviewing the 2021 citywide reapportionment following the 2020 Census. The agenda includes first and second readings for various zoning ordinances and a budget amendment to repair the City Hall HVAC system. The meeting also addresses a proposed name change for the Office of Housing and Community Development.

• First reading of Ordinance 56-2021-22 regarding citywide reapportionment
• Budget amendment (Ordinance 57-2021-22) to repair City Hall HVAC system
• Zoning change for property at Hawkins Rd. and Edmondson Ferry Rd.
• Utility easement authorization for AT&T Tennessee at Whitfield Rd. and Needmore Rd.
• Proposed name change for the Office of Housing and Community Development

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee is meeting to discuss the FY 2022 budget and internal audit activity. The body will consider a revision to the FY 2022 Audit Plan and review candidates for committee membership.

• Approval of FY 2022 Audit Plan Revision
• Consideration of Audit Committee candidates
• Approval of Audit Committee members for January 2022 - December 2023
• FY 2022 Budget Report

The Clarksville Audit Committee approved revisions to the FY 2022 audit plan, removing the CDE audit and reallocating hours to Community Development audit and consulting. They also nominated Marcia Demorest for a new committee term and reappointed Dr. Brandon DiPaolo Harrison. The meeting included a department report and an executive session on confidential matters.

• Approved FY 2022 Audit Plan revisions (unanimous)
• Nominated Marcia Demorest to Audit Committee for Jan 2022-Dec 2023 (3-1)
• Reappointed Dr. Brandon DiPaolo Harrison to Audit Committee for Jan 2022-Dec 2023 (unanimous)
• Adopted July 28, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Airport Authority

This memorandum serves as a procedural notice for an Airport Authority meeting. No specific agenda items or topics are listed in the provided text.

Beer Board

The Clarksville Beer Board is reviewing applications for several new on-premises and off-premises beer permits. The agenda also includes discussion of parking lot permits and upcoming special events at Kings Bluff Brewery.

• New on-premises beer permits for Talley Hall Inc., Renzo Gracie Clarksville, Roxy Productions, Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant, and Fallen Brewery
• New off-premises beer permit for Jalisco Market at 2277 Wilma Rudolph Blvd Suite C
• Upcoming events at Kings Bluff Brewery scheduled for November 5th and November 19-20

Regional Planning Commission

The commission is reviewing several zoning changes for multi-family and commercial uses. This includes evaluating subdivision plats for new residential sections like Cardinal Creek and Tailwater Meadows. Several requests involve changing land use from agricultural or single-family to higher-density residential districts.

• Rezoning Edmondson Ferry Rd. from R-1 to R-4 for approximately 16 townhomes
• Preliminary plat approval for 467 lots at Cardinal Creek Section 2
• Variance request for Tailwater Meadows involving 338 lots
• Rezoning Guthrie Highway from agricultural to M-2 industrial district
• Site review for West Fork Crossing Phase II warehouse and storage

The Clarksville-Montgomery County Regional Planning Commission approved several zoning changes, including multifamily residential rezonings on E. Boy Scout Rd., Peachers Mill Rd., Notgrass Rd., and Rollow Ln., as well as commercial rezonings on Martin Luther King Blvd. and Crossland Ave. The commission also approved a 199.4-acre industrial rezoning on Guthrie Highway and a duplex rezoning on Hornbuckle Rd. One rezoning for townhomes on Edmondson Ferry Rd. was disapproved due to sight distance concerns, and one case was deferred.

• Approved R-1 to R-4 multifamily rezoning on E. Boy Scout Rd. (Z-62-2021, 7-1-1)
• Approved R-1 to R-4 multifamily rezoning on Peachers Mill Rd. (Z-63-2021, unanimous)
• Approved C-4 to C-2 commercial rezoning on Martin Luther King Blvd. (Z-65-2021, 7-1)
• Approved C-5 to C-2 commercial rezoning on Crossland Ave. (Z-66-2021, unanimous)
• Approved AG to M-2 industrial rezoning on Guthrie Highway (CZ-29-2021, unanimous)
• Approved AG to R-2D duplex rezoning on Hornbuckle Rd. (CZ-28-2021, unanimous)
• Disapproved R-1 to R-4 multifamily rezoning on Edmondson Ferry Rd. (2-56-2021, 8-1)
• Deferred C-5 to R-2 rezoning on Peachers Mill Rd. (Z-68-2021, unanimous)

Finance Committee

The committee reviewed monthly financial reports and professional service contract awards. Discussions included ordinances for City Hall HVAC repairs and an AT&T utility easement. The meeting also addressed the sale of property at 803 Howard Street.

• Ordinance 2021-22: Amending budgets to repair City Hall HVAC system
• Ordinance 27-2021-22: AT&T utility easement at Whitfield Rd. and Needmore Rd.
• Ordinance 32-2021-22: Sale of 803 Howard Street for $7,300
• Contract award: $22,820 for Ivy Bend cathodic protection system
• Contract award: $26,368.88 for Smith Trahern Rehabilitation Project

The Finance Committee approved Ordinance 130-2021-22 to amend the FY2022 budget for repairing the City Hall HVAC system, with a unanimous vote. The committee also received reports on property auctions, professional service contracts, and financial status, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved Ordinance 130-2021-22 for City Hall HVAC repair (3-0)
• Adopted September 28 minutes as presented

Common Design Review Board

The Common Design Review Board is reviewing an application for a new single-story building at 2660 Madison Street. The proposed project would house a Fast Pace Urgent Care facility.

• New single-story building for Fast Pace Urgent Care (2660 Madison Street)
• Approval of September 27, 2021 minutes

Access Management Board of Appeals

The provided text consists of fragmented technical annotations from a site plan for McBee's Coffee 'N Carwash on Tiny Town Road. No specific agenda items, discussions, or decisions are listed in the document.

The Access Management Board of Appeals approved two requests for driveway access. The first allowed two driveways (one entry, one exit) for a carwash on Tiny Town Road, despite the site's 503-foot frontage being less than the 600 feet normally required. The second approved a driveway on Alfred Thun Road for a warehouse, even though the ordinance generally limits access to arterial roads.

• Approved two driveways on Tiny Town Road for carwash (3-0)
• Approved driveway on Alfred Thun Road for warehouse deliveries (2-0)

Gas & Water Board

The committee will review department reports regarding water treatment plant monitoring and gas main extensions. The agenda also includes a review of recent bids for Northwest Manifold Improvements and various utility supplies.

• $3,379,660.00 bid for Northwest Manifold Improvements from Cleary Construction
• $2,485,291.55 contract for North Clarksville Water Treatment Plant monitoring by TTL, Inc.
• $84,100.00 design contract for High Point Road LP Natural Gas Main Extensions
• Fee increase of $52,040.00 for Fire & Security System Replacement Project
• Purchase of three Ford Ranger trucks for $73,119.00 via state contract

Tree Board

The Clarksville Tree Board met to discuss community tree initiatives, including a volunteer planting event at Fire Station 10. The agenda also covered an upcoming tree distribution at Pettus Park and plans for Christmas tree chipping.

• Green Interchange Tree Planting volunteer event at Fire Station 10
• Tree Talk at the Community Sustainability Forum on APSU campus
• Distribution of CMCSS Art Contest posters
• Green Interchange tree distribution at Pettus Park on November 13th
• Christmas Tree Chipping with CDE and Parks and Rec

The Clarksville Tree Board approved the September minutes and discussed an upcoming tree planting event on Nov. 12 at Fire House 10 on Needmore Rd., with 10-20 trees donated by Green Interchange. The board also discussed reviewing the Legacy tree program and the possibility of recognizing Arbor Day 2021. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved September minutes (motion by Wes, second by Brian)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a second reading of an ordinance to approve a settlement regarding multiple lawsuits filed by the Robinsons and Franklin Street Corporation. The agreement involves property exchanges and payments related to drainage improvements and sewer lines. A non-voting work session on 2021 reapportionment is also scheduled.

• Ordinance 45-2021-22: Settlement of Robinson and Franklin Street Corporation lawsuits
• $250,000 payment to the Robinsons as part of a settlement agreement
• Reimbursement up to $200,000 for drainage improvements on FSC Property
• Presentation on 2021 reapportionment

The Clarksville City Council held a special session and approved Ordinance 45-2021-22 on second reading, settling the Robinson and/or Franklin Street Corporation (FSC) lawsuits against the city in state and federal court. The vote was unanimous among the 11 members present, with two council members absent. The council also received a presentation on city reapportionment during a non-voting work session.

• Approved Ordinance 45-2021-22 settling Robinson/FSC v. City lawsuits (11-0, 2 absent)

Ethics Commission

The commission will review the status of multiple active ethics complaints, including matters involving Mayor Pitts and Lance Baker. Members will also discuss procedural rules for an upcoming merits hearing and determine next steps for various investigations.

• Review of Rules of Procedure for a December 10 merits hearing (Complaint #1)
• Discussion on jurisdiction regarding Saul Solomon (Complaint #5)
• Status update on complaints against Richard Garrett pending criminal proceedings
• Sufficiency determination for Complaint #13 against Vondell Richmond
• Discussion of next steps for Complaints #14 and #15

Parking Commission

The commission is discussing the implementation of ParkMobile for all parking spaces and the status of the Cumberland Garage. Members are also reviewing monthly parking rates, discounts, and hang tag enforcement policies. Financial reports indicate a monthly profit of approximately $8,000.

• Transitioning all parking spaces to ParkMobile
• Cumberland Garage reopening timeline (estimated 30-60 days)
• Upgrading 50 meters to 4G technology
• Review of monthly parking rates and discounts
• Enforcement of hang tag policy

The Clarksville Parking Commission voted to replace the existing monthly parking discount structure with a new one that eliminates the 10% discount for yearly tags, the 10% discount for 6+ spaces, and the 20% discount for 20+ spaces, instead requiring negotiated contracts for 10 or more spaces. The new structure retains the 25% government discount and the 30% county payroll deduction at Cumberland Garage. The commission also discussed enforcement of a rule blocking permit renewals for parkers with outstanding violations, and noted that Michael Palmore will join city staff effective November 8.

• Adopted September 21, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved new discount structure: 10+ spaces negotiated contract, 25% government, 30% county payroll (unanimous)
• Passed motion to hold special session if Cumberland Garage opens before next meeting (unanimous)
• Voided parking ticket 170212190; no action on 10 other voiding requests

Sustainability Board

The Clarksville Sustainability Board will meet to approve minutes from the September 20, 2021, meeting. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding rules and procedures and the adoption of bylaws.

• Approval of September 20, 2021, meeting minutes
• Discussion of rules and procedures/bylaws
• Adoption of bylaws

The Clarksville Sustainability Board reviewed draft bylaws and agreed to continue discussion to the November 15, 2021 meeting, with no adoption. The board also discussed a free tool to benchmark city facility usage by square footage and agreed to have staff compile a building inventory spreadsheet.

• Adopted September 20, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Continued bylaws discussion to November 15, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to have Legal Department draft bylaws for review
• Agreed to compile spreadsheet of city buildings and uses

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee will meet to adopt minutes from the July 12, 2021, meeting. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the North Clarksville Recreation Center and a department update.

• Adoption of July 12, 2021, meeting minutes
• North Clarksville Recreation Center discussion
• Department update from Jennifer Letourneau

The Parks and Recreation Committee met on October 11, 2021, but took no formal votes or decisions. Mayor Pitts reported that discussions have begun with the owner of Clarksville Speedway about an alternate location for the North Clarksville Recreation Center, while the owner of the original site near Pisgah Elementary School remains patient. The committee also received a department update on staffing and projects, but no action was taken.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at meeting
• Minutes from July 12, 2021 deferred due to lack of quorum
• Mayor reported possible alternate location for North Clarksville Recreation Center at Clarksville Speedway (discussion only)

Economic Development Council

The CBID Planning & Development Committee of the Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council will hold a meeting on October 8, 2021. This notice is procedural and does not list specific business items for consideration.

Economic Development Council

The Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council Finance Committee is meeting to consider the FY22 Consolidated Budget. The committee will also address other matters that generally come before the committee during regular meetings.

• Consideration of the FY22 Consolidated Budget

City Council

The Clarksville City Council is considering several zoning amendments for residential and commercial properties. The agenda also includes a resolution expressing opposition to the Presidential COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate. Additionally, the council will review property sales and utility easements.

• Rezoning of property at Tiny Town Rd. and Needmore Rd. to C-2 General Commercial District
• Sale of 803 Howard Street to Marlon Placid
• Utility easement for AT&T at Whitfield Rd. and Needmore Rd.
• Resolution expressing opposition to the Presidential COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate
• Conveyance of Downtown Commons sidewalks to Montgomery County

The Clarksville City Council filled the Ward 1 and Ward 5 vacancies, appointing new representatives. The council also adopted several zoning ordinance changes on first reading, including amendments to brewery regulations and multiple property rezonings. One rezoning request was referred back to the Regional Planning Commission due to an incorrect application, and another was postponed indefinitely.

• Filled Ward 1 vacancy with Sabrina Gillespie
• Filled Ward 5 vacancy with Joey Dasenger
• Adopted Ordinance 16-2021-22 amending brewery zoning (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 19-2021-22 rezoning Madison St. & Tanglewood Dr. to C-2 (7-4)
• Adopted Ordinance 20-2021-22 rezoning Darnell Place & Cedar Crest Dr. to R-4 (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-2021-22 rezoning Rufus Johnson Rd. to C-5 (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 22-2021-22 rezoning Ishee Dr. & Ringgold Rd. to R-6/R-2 (8-2, 1 abstention)
• Referred Ordinance 25-2021-22 back to Regional Planning Commission (11-0)

Economic Development Council

The Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council Finance Committee will meet on October 5, 2021. The committee is scheduled to consider the FY22 Consolidated Budget and other standard matters.

• Consideration of the FY22 Consolidated Budget

City Council

The City Council is considering a first reading of Ordinance 45-2021-22 to settle multiple lawsuits. The proposed agreement involves property exchanges and funding for drainage improvements. It also includes specific payments to the Robinsons and Franklin Street Corporation.

• Ordinance 45-2021-22: Settlement of lawsuits involving the Robinsons and Franklin Street Corporation
• Reimbursement up to $200,000.00 for drainage improvements
• Payment of $250,000.00 in additional consideration to the Robinsons
• Property exchange between HRP, the City, and the Robinsons

The City Council approved Ordinance 45-2021-22 on first reading, settling two lawsuits with the Robinsons and Franklin Street Corporation. The settlement includes a $250,000 payment, up to $200,000 reimbursement for a stormwater project, and property transfers via quitclaim deeds. The vote was unanimous among the nine members present.

• Approved Ordinance 45-2021-22 settling Robinson/FSC lawsuits (9-0)
• Authorized $250,000 payment for lawsuit release
• Authorized up to $200,000 reimbursement for stormwater project
• Approved property transfers via quitclaim deeds

Beer Board

The Beer Board met to discuss special events for the upcoming season. The agenda included the Biker’s Who Care / Clarksville Oktoberfest at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center. No new permits or citations were listed for review.

• Biker’s Who Care / Clarksville Oktoberfest at 8 Champions Way

City Council

The City Council will consider several rezoning requests and the annexation of territory along Highway 76 and Little Hope Road. The agenda also includes discussions regarding amendments to the city charter and appointments to various local boards.

• Annexation of territory along Highway 76 and Little Hope Road
• Rezoning requests for multiple properties, including intersections at Ft. Campbell Blvd. and Millswood Dr.
• Authorization of a utility easement for AT&T Tennessee at Whitfield Rd. and Needmore Rd.
• Sale of property located at 803 Howard Street to Marlon Placid
• Amendments to alcohol consumption hours in the entertainment district

Transportation, Streets, Garage Committee

The committee will consider updates to the Stormwater and IDDE manuals. It will also review Ordinance 27-2021-2022 for potential City Council action. Department reports include transportation ridership, financial status, and street paving updates.

• Stormwater Manual Update
• IDDE Manual Update
• Ordinance 27-2021-2022
• Transportation ridership and financial reports
• Street Department paving and capital project updates

Power Board

The Power Board will review August minutes, monthly reports, and operating policies. The agenda includes multiple purchase requests for a distribution automation upgrade and various transformer equipment. Updates regarding the electric and broadband divisions are also scheduled.

• Distribution Automation Upgrade purchase requests
• Transformer single phase and three phase pads
• Electric and Broadband Division updates
• Review of monthly revenue less power cost

The Clarksville Power Board unanimously approved revisions to operating policies 2-4a and 2-4b, which ease requirements for commercial accounts and deposits, including eliminating notarization, consolidating the online application, and allowing partial deposits. The board also approved the August financials, a $41,634 contract for the second phase of the Smart Grid project with SEL Engineering, and the August meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 24, 2021, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 2021 financials (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to operating policies 2-4a & 2-4b for commercial accounts and deposits (unanimous)
• Approved $41,634 contract with SEL Engineering for Smart Grid phase 2 (unanimous)

Beer Board

The Clarksville Beer Board is reviewing applications for new beer permits and special event alcohol authorizations. The agenda includes permit requests for several local businesses and community events scheduled through October.

• New beer permits for Smooves Grill & Bar and Chipotle Mexican Grill #3931
• Special event permits for Artsville Fest, Best of Clarksville, and BBQ Bash
• Permit applications for 101st Smoke & Vape Shop LLC and Shop-N-Go Market
• Kings Bluff Brewery parking lot event on October 23rd

Regional Planning Commission

The commission is considering multiple zoning changes for residential and commercial developments throughout the region. These include requests for multi-family housing, self-storage expansion, and warehouse use. Some subdivision applications were deferred or withdrawn from consideration.

• Rezoning of Tiny Town Rd property from AG to C-5/R-4 for commercial and multi-family development
• Expansion of self-storage business on Butts Dr via rezoning from R-1 to C-5
• Site review for U-Haul New Providence warehouse at 722 Providence Blvd
• Rezoning Edmondson Ferry Rd property from R-1 to R-4 for 16 townhomes
• Pollard Road Extension right-of-way dedication plat approval

The Clarksville-Montgomery County Regional Planning Commission approved a series of zoning changes, including several for multi-family residential and commercial development, and approved multiple site review cases. One zoning request was deferred, and one subdivision regulation update was postponed to the October meeting. The commission also approved an annexation plan of service and bond amounts for two developments.

• Approved rezoning of 14.02 acres at Tiny Town & Needmore Rds. from C-5 to C-2 for multi-family development (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 7.27 acres on Tiny Town Rd. from AG to C-5/R-4 for commercial and multifamily development (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 12.67 acres near Ft. Campbell Blvd. from C-5/R-1 to C-2 (4-1, Jiminez opposed)
• Approved rezoning of 14.97 acres on Tiny Town Rd. from AG to C-2 for mixed-use development (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 15.29 acres on Needmore Rd. from AG to R-4 for multifamily development (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 5.85 acres at Sango Dr. & Old Sango Rd. from R-1 to R-4 for condominium project (4-1, Streetman opposed)
• Approved preliminary plat for Pollard Road Extension right-of-way dedication (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda for five site review cases (Powers abstained on two)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding purchasing and employment discrimination codes. The committee is also considering a utility easement for AT&T and the sale of property on Howard Street. Additionally, various professional service contracts and departmental financial reports were presented.

• $2,485,291.55 contract for North Clarksville Water Treatment Plant monitoring
• $533,030.00 contract for Exit 8 Athletic Complex road design
• Utility easement for AT&T at Whitfield Rd. and Needmore Rd.
• $276,898.50 purchase of Panasonic Toughbooks for the Police Department
• Sale of property at 803 Howard Street to Marlon Placid

The Finance Committee approved several professional service contracts, including a $52,040 fee increase for the Gas & Water Fire & Security System Replacement Project design, bringing the total to $78,390. Other contracts included electrical training, window replacement design, and a structural evaluation. The committee also adopted the August minutes and heard financial reports showing revenues slightly up and spending under budget.

• Approved $52,040 fee increase for WBW Engineering fire/security design (total $78,390)
• Approved electrical training contract with Shermco (cost TBD)
• Approved $2,700 design services for Burt-Cobb Community Center window replacement
• Approved $35,300 structural evaluation for Cumberland Parking Garage
• Adopted August 31 minutes as presented

Common Design Review Board

The Common Design Review Board will consider multiple applications for new residential construction, including townhomes and apartments in the Meadowhill area. The board will also review a request to change the exterior brick paint and roof color at 621 N. Riverside Drive. Additionally, there is a scheduled discussion regarding a downtown flag.

• Application for new townhomes at Meadow Hill Lot 5 (MSCD-33-2021)
• Application for new townhomes at Meadowhill Tract 7 (MSCD-34-2021)
• Application for new apartments/townhomes south of Highway 41-A South and west of Harper Road (MSCD-36-2021)
• Application for new apartments at Meadowhill Lot 10 (MSCD-37-2021)
• Request to change exterior brick paint and roof color at 621 N. Riverside Drive (DDR-13-2021)

Regional Planning Commission

This notice is a procedural reminder for the Zoning Review Meeting on September 24 and the regular Planning Commission meeting on September 28, 2021. It also includes approved minutes from the July 27, 2021, meeting.

Ethics Commission

The Clarksville Ethics Commission will discuss the status of multiple pending ethics complaints at its September 24 meeting. The session includes reviewing legal opinions regarding jurisdiction and addressing requests for subpoenas.

• Merits hearing for Complaint #1 (Jeff Robinson vs. Lance Baker) set for October 19, 2021
• Discussion of Complaint #5 involving Mayor Pitts, Lance Baker, and Saul Solomon
• Review of legal opinion regarding jurisdiction for complaints against Richard Garrett
• Schedule sufficiency determination for Complaint #13 (Bruce Griffey vs. Vondell Richmond)

Convention & Visitors Bureau

This is a public notice for a scheduled meeting of the Clarksville Montgomery County Convention and Visitors Bureau. The provided text contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list specific agenda items.

Housing & Community Development Committee

The Housing and Community Development Committee will meet on September 23, 2021. The agenda includes a discussion regarding changing the department name to Neighborhood and Community Services. The committee will also consider CDBG and CDBG-CV amendments and discuss fair housing opportunities.

• Discussion of renaming Housing and Community Development to Neighborhood and Community Services
• Approval of CDBG and CDBG-CV Amendments
• Lead-based paint Grant
• Clarksville Fair Housing Opportunities Discussion

The Housing and Community Development Committee unanimously approved amendments to the 21-22 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and CDBG-CV funds, covering projects at Dixon Park, Urban Ministries, L&N Train Station, Progressive Directions, Inc., and Butterfly Moments. The committee also discussed a proposed name change to Neighborhood and Community Services, a lead-based paint grant application, and potential amendments to the Fair Housing Ordinance. No public comments were made.

• Adopted minutes of August 9, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved CDBG and CDBG-CV amendments to 21-22 Annual Action Plan (unanimous)

Gas & Water Board

The Clarksville Gas & Water Committee is reviewing professional service contracts for water treatment plant monitoring and natural gas main extensions. The agenda also includes reviewing recent bids for pipe supplies and trailers. Additionally, the committee will review department reports, financials, and surplus property sales.

• $2,485,291.55 contract for North Clarksville Water Treatment Plant monitoring and testing services
• $84,100.00 design contract for High Point Road LP Natural Gas Main Extensions
• Fee increase for Fire & Security System Replacement Project to a total of $78,390.00
• $397,493.50 award for Quazite PG Style Polymer Concrete water meter boxes and lids
• $79,200.00 purchase of four 20 Ton Tag-A-Long trailers

Beer Board

The agenda lists a special event for the Manifest Magic Black Girl Cooperative / Beer Brawl at 327-B Warfield Blvd on September 25, 2021. No new permits or citations were included in this agenda.

• Special event: Manifest Magic Black Girl Cooperative / Beer Brawl at 327-B Warfield Blvd

Parking Commission

The Parking Commission is discussing a transition from physical meters to the ParkMobile system. The agenda also includes updates on the Cumberland Garage closure and proposals for monthly parking at the Lower Biggers Lot.

• Transition to ParkMobile system for street meters and kiosks
• Status update on Cumberland Garage closure and structural testing
• Proposal to convert Lower Biggers Lot spaces to monthly parking
• New parking contract requiring payment between the 1st and 5th of the month
• Plan to replace current kiosks with one new $10,000 kiosk

The Clarksville Parking Commission met on September 21, 2021, and took several actions. It approved the August 17, 2021 minutes. The commission denied a request to void a ticket for Allen Misra, taking no action on his citation. It also took no action on 13 void requests and granted fine reductions on two others. A request to block off 10 spaces in front of the Leaf Chronicle building was tabled due to a conflict of interest and not being on the agenda.

• Approved August 17, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Denied Allen Misra's ticket void request (no action)
• Took no action on 13 void requests
• Granted fine reductions on requests 170113998 and 170113865
• Tabled Leaf Chronicle 10-space block-off request

City Council

The agenda consists only of a legislative session and an agenda reception. No specific ordinances, contracts, or projects are listed in the provided text.

Sustainability Board

The Sustainability Board will meet to establish its rules, procedures, and bylaws. The agenda also includes the election of board officers and a discussion regarding the Recyclops recycling service.

• Election of officers
• Adoption of bylaws
• Discussion of Recyclops recycling service
• Establishment of meeting schedule

The Sustainability Board elected Valerie Guzman as Chair, Councilperson Reynolds as Vice Chair, and Jimmy Mann as Secretary, all unanimously. The board postponed adoption of bylaws until the October meeting and scheduled its next meetings for October 18 and November 15 at 3:00 pm. A presentation on Recyclops was given, but no action was taken on it.

• Elected Valerie Guzman as Chair unanimously.
• Elected Councilperson Reynolds as Vice Chair unanimously.
• Elected Jimmy Mann as Secretary unanimously.
• Postponed adoption of bylaws until the October meeting unanimously.
• Scheduled meetings for October 18 and November 15 at 3:00 pm unanimously.

Economic Development Council

The Executive Committee of the Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council will meet to consider the FY22 Budget. Other matters that generally come before the committee may also be discussed.

• Consideration of the FY22 Budget

Public Safety Committee

The committee is reviewing an ordinance to amend Title 4 of the City Code regarding non-single family housing. This measure seeks to codify current practices and fee schedules used by the Building and Codes department. The proposal includes updated costs for various permits, inspections, and structure demolitions.

• Ordinance 29-2021-22 amending Title 4 regarding non-single family housing
• Single-family housing permit fees at $0.22 per square foot
• Tiered building permit fees for non-single family housing based on total valuation
• Fees for structure demolition ($50) and temporary tents ($100)
• Reinspection permit fee of $20 for second or subsequent inspections

Public Safety Committee

The committee reviewed monthly reports from the Police, Fire, and Building & Codes departments. Members passed three resolutions regarding the Handle with Care pilot program, Crime Stoppers funding, and grant fund allocations. An ordinance amendment regarding non-single family housing was also presented.

• Resolution 1-2021-22: Interlocal agreement for the Handle with Care pilot program
• Resolution 15-2021-22: MOU for Crime Stoppers, funded by $2.00 from guilty traffic tickets
• Resolution 16-2021-22: Division of Byrne Justice Assistance Grant funds
• Ordinance section 4-203: Amendment to city code regarding non-single family housing

The Public Safety Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the August 26, 2021 meeting. It also unanimously passed on first reading an ordinance to codify the missing fee schedule for non-single family housing in City Code, noting the fee structure is not increasing. The committee unanimously passed on first reading an amended ordinance establishing hours for consumption of alcoholic beverages, beer, and wine in the Entertainment District premises, with a map and updated language presented by Councilperson Streetman. No other committee action was required.

• Approved the minutes from the August 26, 2021 Public Safety Committee meeting.
• Approved on first reading Ordinance section 4-203, amending Title 4 to add the missing fee schedule for non-single family housing, with no fee increase.
• Approved an amendment to Ordinance section 28-2021-22 regarding Entertainment District alcohol consumption hours, with updated language and a map.
• Approved on first reading the amended Ordinance section 28-2021-22 establishing hours for consumption of alcoholic beverages, beer, and wine in the Entertainment District premises.

Housing & Community Development Committee

The Housing and Community Development Committee will consider changing its name to Neighborhood and Community Services. The meeting also includes the approval of CDBG and CDBG-CV amendments and a discussion regarding a lead-based paint grant.

• Name change from Housing and Community Development to Neighborhood and Community Services
• Approval of CDBG and CDBG-CV Amendments
• Lead-based paint Grant
• Clarksville Fair Housing Opportunities Discussion

Tree Board

The board will receive a City Forester update regarding storm cleanup and a Forestry Management Plan. The meeting also includes welcoming new members and discussing the CMCSS Art Contest.

• Welcome new Board Members: Linda Friend, Levin Mann, Sheela Clark
• City Forester update on storm cleanup and Forestry Management Plan
• CMCSS Art Contest outreach to schools and home schoolers
• State Master Gardener Tour (Sept. 17-18)

City Council

The Clarksville City Council will meet to approve the appointment of Lisa Canfield as City Clerk, effective October 1, 2021. The session also includes appointments for vacant seats in Ward 1 and Ward 5. A non-public meeting is scheduled to review a quarterly outside counsel report.

• Resolution 18-2021-22: Appointment of Lisa Canfield as City Clerk
• Appointment of Ward 1 City Council Member
• Appointment of Ward 5 City Council Member
• Quarterly Outside Counsel Report (non-public meeting)

City Council

The City Council will consider several first-reading rezoning requests for residential and commercial properties. The agenda also includes second readings of ordinances related to short-term rentals, IT regulations, and transit fees. Additionally, the council will review interlocal agreements for public safety programs.

• Zoning amendment regarding breweries, microbreweries, and brewpubs
• Rezoning request at Madison St. and Tanglewood Dr. from R-1 to C-2
• Easement purchase for Whitfield Road and Needmore Road intersection improvements
• Waiving credit card processing fees for Clarksville Transit System
• Interlocal agreement for the Handle With Care Pilot Program

The Clarksville City Council held a regular session on September 2, 2021, and took action on several zoning ordinances. It adopted first readings for zone changes at Madison St./Tanglewood Dr., Darnell Place/Cedar Crest Dr., Rufus Johnson Rd., Ishee Dr./Ringgold Rd., Needmore Rd./E. Boy Scout Rd., Cave Springs Rd., and Fairview Ln/W. Rossview Rd. It also referred a zone change application back to the Regional Planning Commission due to an incorrect submission. On second reading, the council failed to adopt a zone change for Twin Rivers Rd./Nolen Rd. but passed one for Wilson Rd./Old Farmers Rd. The council also approved resolutions for a reapplication for a zone change, an economic impact plan, a memorandum of understanding with Crime Stoppers, an interlocal agreement for justice grant funds, and the city's legislative agenda.

• Adopted first reading of zone change for Madison St./Tanglewood Dr. (R-1 to C-2) with a 7-4 vote.
• Adopted first reading of zone change for Darnell Place/Cedar Crest Dr. (R-3 to R-4) unanimously.
• Adopted first reading of zone change for Rufus Johnson Rd. (M-3 to C-5) unanimously.
• Adopted first reading of zone change for Ishee Dr./Ringgold Rd. (AG to R-6/R-2) with an 8-2 vote, after a motion to postpone failed.
• Adopted first reading of zone change for Needmore Rd./E. Boy Scout Rd. (AG to R-1) with a 9-2 vote.
• Adopted first reading of zone change for Cave Springs Rd. (R-3 to R-6) with a 10-1 vote.
• Referred zone change for Tiny Town Rd./Allen Rd. back to the Regional Planning Commission due to incorrect application.
• Failed to adopt second reading of zone change for Twin Rivers Rd./Nolen Rd. (R-1 to R-4) with a 5-6 vote.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two applications regarding property use and setbacks. The board will review a request for a real estate office at 536-D Patriot Park Ct. and setback variances for 722 Providence Blvd.

• Use permit request for a real estate office at 536-D Patriot Park Ct.
• Variance request for front yard setbacks at 722 Providence Blvd.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved two requests. First, it approved a Use Permitted on Review for a real estate office as a customary home occupation at 536-D Patriot Park Ct. Second, it approved variances for a property at 722 Providence Blvd. to reduce front yard setbacks due to topography and existing structures. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved BZA-43-2021: Use Permitted on Review for a real estate office as a customary home occupation at 536-D Patriot Park Ct., zoned R-4.
• Approved BZA-48-2021: Variances for 3.8 feet and 8.4 feet from required front yard setbacks at 722 Providence Blvd., zoned C-5.
• Adopted the August 4, 2021 minutes as written.

Finance Committee

The committee is reviewing professional service contracts and several proposed ordinances. Items include a fee increase for fire and security system design and updates to the FY22 operating budget.

• $52,040.00 fee increase for Fire & Security System Replacement Project design
• $35,300.00 contract for Cumberland Parking Garage structural evaluation
• Ordinance to waive credit card processing fees for Clarksville Transit System
• Resolution authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding with Crime Stoppers
• Economic impact plan approval for the 518 Madison Development Area

The Finance Committee approved the 2021-22 Employee Pay Table and forwarded several ordinances and resolutions to the City Council with recommendations for approval, including two anti-discrimination measures, a Crime Stoppers MOU, CTS credit card fee waiver, FY21 carryover budget amendment, and a Byrne JAG agreement. An ordinance to amend the Internal Service Fund failed due to lack of a motion. The committee also received reports on purchasing contracts, finances, and legal expenditures.

• Approved 2021-22 Employee Pay Table (voice vote, passed)
• Forwarded Ordinance 14-2021-22 (purchasing discrimination) to City Council (passed, Redd nay)
• Forwarded Ordinance 15-2021-22 (employment discrimination) to City Council (passed, Redd nay)
• Forwarded Resolution 15-2021-22 (Crime Stoppers MOU) to City Council (passed)
• Forwarded Ordinance 17-2021-22 (CTS credit card fees) to City Council (passed)
• Forwarded Ordinance 18-2021-22 (FY21 carryover budget) to City Council (passed)
• Forwarded Resolution 16-2021-22 (Byrne JAG agreement) to City Council (passed)
• Forwarded Resolution 13-2021-22 (518 Madison economic impact plan) to City Council (passed)

Public Safety Committee

The committee will review monthly reports from the Police, Fire Rescue, and Building & Codes departments. Proposed actions include a memorandum of understanding with Crime Stoppers and an agreement for Byrne Justice Assistance Grant funds.

• Resolution 15-2021-22: Memorandum of Understanding with Clarksville-Montgomery County Crime Stoppers
• Resolution 16-2021-22: Interlocal agreement for 2021 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant funds
• Building & Codes revenue increase of $1.3 million over the previous fiscal year
• Fire & Rescue report of $367,000 in property loss for June
• Resolution 1-2021-22: 'Handle with Care' pilot program interlocal agreement

The Public Safety Committee unanimously approved minutes from July 21, 2021, and heard reports from Building & Codes, Police, and Fire & Rescue. It passed three resolutions on first reading: the Handle with Care pilot program interlocal agreement, a memorandum of understanding with Crime Stoppers, and an interlocal agreement for 2021 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant funds. No other committee action was required.

• Approved minutes from July 21, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Set Resolution 1-2021-22 (Handle with Care pilot program) before the board, passed unanimously on first reading
• Approved Resolution 15-2021-22 (MOU with Crime Stoppers) unanimously on first reading
• Set Resolution 16-2021-22 (Byrne JAG fund allocation) before the board, passed unanimously on first reading

City Council

The council is considering various applications to change property zoning across the city. The agenda also includes proposed amendments to the official code regarding short-term rentals, breweries, and information technology regulations. Additionally, an interlocal agreement for a public safety pilot program will be reviewed.

• Rezoning 7.33 acres at Madison St. and Tanglewood Dr. from R-1 to C-2
• Ordinance amending zoning for breweries, microbreweries, and brewpubs
• Interlocal agreement for the Handle With Care Pilot Program
• Easement purchase for Whitfield Road and Needmore Road intersection improvements
• Amendments to official code regarding short-term rentals

Transportation, Streets, Garage Committee

The committee will review transit ridership, financial reports, and street capital project updates. Members will also consider an ordinance regarding waving merchant processing fees.

• Ordinance for waving merchant processing fee
• July 2021 Transit Ridership Report
• June 2021 Transit Financial Report
• Street Capital Project Update
• Transportation 2020 Update

Power Board

The Power Board will review July monthly reports and discuss the Silicon Ranch PPA. The agenda also includes updates on directional boring contracts and various equipment renewals for fiber and electrical systems.

• Silicon Ranch PPA
• Directional Boring Contract Extension
• PON ONT hardware and software support renewals
• Electric Division Update
• Broadband Division Report

The Clarksville Power Board approved a purchase power agreement with Silicon Ranch for a 4.75MW solar project at Exit 8, pending legal review, with construction to begin October 2022. The board also approved the July minutes, June financials, and several contracts and renewals, including a Gresham Smith engineering amendment, a Star Construction contract extension, and a Vivicast NHL Network renewal. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved Silicon Ranch PPA for 4.75MW at Exit 8, pending legal review
• Approved July 27, 2021 board minutes unanimously
• Approved June 2021 financials as presented
• Approved Gresham Smith engineering contract amendment of $11,250 for Woodfield Road project
• Approved Star Construction directional boring contract extension to August 2023 at no rate increase
• Approved Vivicast NHL Network renewal for 3 years at ~$24,000/year

Beer Board

The board is reviewing new on-premise and off-premise beer permit applications. The agenda also includes special event requests and several citations regarding sales to minors.

• New on-premise permit for Mickey’s Downtown, Inc. at 125 Franklin Street
• New off-premises permit for Greenwood Market at 908 Greenwood Ave
• Citations for sale to minor at Shogun, O’Charleys #205, Towneplace Suites, La Plaza Mexican Restaurant, and Naru BBQ
• Special event requests for the International Festival and Riverfest

Regional Planning Commission

The Clarksville-Montgomery County Regional Planning Commission is reviewing various county zoning cases and site reviews. These items include requests to change land use for residential, commercial, and industrial purposes. The meeting also includes a proposed ordinance amendment regarding breweries, microbreweries, and brewpubs.

• Ordinance text amendment regarding breweries, microbreweries, and brewpubs (ZO-2-2021)
• Rezoning request for multi-family development near Tiny Town Road and Needmore Road (Z-43-2021)
• Preliminary plat approval for QuikTrip 7149 near Interstate 24 (S-80-2021)
• Rezoning from agricultural to commercial on SR Highway 13 (CZ-24-2021)
• Site review for Beach Oil Store gas station and convenience store on Needmore Road (SR-54-2021)

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission will discuss a January 15, 2021, complaint filed by Jeff Robinson against Mayor Pitts, Lance Baker, and Saul Solomon. The meeting also includes the election of a Vice-Chair and the introduction of Dr. Gregory Stallworth.

• Discussion of January 15, 2021, complaint against Mayor Pitts, Lance Baker, and Saul Solomon
• Election of Vice-Chair of the Ethics Commission
• Introduction of Dr. Gregory Stallworth
• Approval of May 26, 2021 meeting minutes

Finance Committee

The committee will consider ordinances regarding purchasing and equal employment opportunity. Members will also review budget amendments for the FY22 operating and capital budgets. Additionally, the meeting includes reviews of professional service contract awards.

• Approval of the FY22 Pay Table
• Fee increase for Fire & Security System Replacement Project ($52,040.00)
• Ordinance amending the Official Code regarding purchasing discrimination
• Resolution authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding with Crime Stoppers
• Ordinance to waive credit card processing fees for Clarksville Transit System

Common Design Review Board

The Historic Zoning Commission and Common Design Review Board will review applications for new construction and exterior changes. Proposals include a residential 4-plex, a drive-thru coffee shop, and various facade renovations.

• Proposed 4-plex development at 416 N. 2nd Street
• New drive-thru coffee shop proposed for 781 N. 2nd Street
• Exterior painting and roof color change at 621 N. Riverside Drive
• New building construction at 945 N. Riverside Drive
• Facade renovation proposal for 134 Franklin Street

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee approved an interlocal agreement for the Handle with Care pilot program involving local first responders and the school system. The committee also reviewed monthly reports from the Police, Fire & Rescue, and Building & Codes departments. Proposed agreements regarding Crime Stoppers and grant fund administration were also on the agenda.

• Approval of Handle with Care pilot program interlocal agreement
• Proposed MOU for Clarksville-Montgomery County Crime Stoppers
• Proposed Byrne Justice Assistance Grant fund allocation agreement
• Building & Codes revenue increase of $1.3 million over 2020
• Fire & Rescue report of 1,219 calls in June

Land Development Advisory Committee

The Land Development Advisory Committee will discuss new business regarding breweries, micro-breweries, and brewpubs within the city limits. The meeting also includes an open floor for discussion.

• ZO-2-2021: Breweries, Micro-Breweries, and Brewpubs in the city limits

Economic Development Council

The Board of Directors will hold a regularly scheduled meeting to consider general matters. An FY22 EDC Board Orientation is also scheduled to follow the meeting.

• Regularly scheduled board meeting
• FY22 EDC Board Orientation

Access Management Board of Appeals

The board will consider a request for new access points at the intersection of Hazelwood Rd and Needmore Rd. This application was submitted by Bill Beach/McKay Burchett & Co.

• Case 2021-07: Request for access off Hazelwood Rd and Needmore Rd

The Access Management Board of Appeals approved two access requests. The first allowed a corner lot on Hazelwood Rd and Needmore Rd to have access off the arterial road, and the second permitted one full access driveway on Madison Street for a site off Excell Rd and Old Excell Rd. Both motions passed with recorded votes.

• Approved access off Hazelwood Rd for corner lot (2-0)
• Approved one full access driveway on Madison St (3-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee approved an interlocal agreement for the Handle with Care pilot program, which allows first responders to notify schools of traumatic incidents involving children. The committee also reviewed monthly reports from the Police, Fire & Rescue, and Building & Codes departments. These updates included information on officer hiring, property loss totals, and permit revenue.

• Approval of Resolution 1-2021-22 for the Handle with Care pilot program
• Fire & Rescue report of $367,000 in property loss for June
• Building & Codes report of $1.3 million revenue increase over 2020
• Police Department update on District 3 completion and officer hiring

Parking Commission

The commission reported a year-to-date net loss of $11,861 following the end of the fiscal year. Parking operations are transitioning to the newly established Building & Facilities Maintenance department. Several items regarding towing and reserved parking were tabled for future meetings.

• Year-to-date net loss of $11,861
• June revenue of $42,446.42 and expenses of $32,604.81
• Transition to Building & Facilities Maintenance department
• 191 active parking meters in the field
• Tabled discussions on towing policy and Cumberland Garage reserved parking

The Clarksville Parking Commission denied a request from Copeland Wealth Management to reserve spaces in the surface lot outside the Cumberland Garage. The commission discussed plans to replace street meters and kiosks with ParkMobile, with about 50 meters remaining on the street, and to present a map and plan at the next meeting. The Cumberland Garage remains closed pending structural evaluation, and a new contract for the garage is being drafted that would require monthly payment by the 5th and remove most discounts.

• Denied reserved space request from Copeland Wealth Management
• Approved minutes of Aug 17, 2021 (unanimous)
• Discussed plan to use ParkMobile for street meters and kiosks, with map to be presented next meeting
• Noted Cumberland Garage closed pending proof-loading structural test
• Discussed new Cumberland Garage contract requiring payment by 5th of month, still being written
• Discussed towing policy; police will no longer tow, unpaid tickets total ~$500,000
• Discussed Lower Biggers Lot conversion to monthly parking, deferred until garage opening date set
• Voided tickets 501260, 503323, 503349, 503427

City Council

The Industrial Development Board is presenting an economic impact plan for a project at 518 Madison Street. The proposal includes constructing 57 moderate-income apartments and converting an existing automotive center into a café. The plan outlines using tax increment financing to fund infrastructure improvements.

• Proposed 57-unit moderate-income apartment project at 518 Madison Street
• Conversion of an existing automotive service center into a café
• Potential tax increment financing up to $935,287.61 for project improvements
• Funding for parking, road improvements, and storm water drainage

Legislative Liaison Committee

The Legislative Liaison Committee is reviewing items to support or request from the state. Discussions include funding for I-24 widening and other road projects, as well as the expansion of Nashville State Community College. The committee also addressed proposed changes to DMV fees and open records inspection charges.

• Expansion of Nashville State Community College
• I-24 widening from Kentucky state line to SR76/exit 11
• Increase DMV fee from $4 to $10
• Open Records inspection charges

The Legislative Liaison Committee approved a seven-item request list for City Council, adding the expansion of Nashville State Community College as the second priority and placing I-24 widening first. The committee also voted on moving items from the Maybe List to the Items of Interest list, approving only the deposit for bottles and plastic item, while rejecting attorney fees, green energy grants, and Medicaid expansion. The meeting was procedural, with no final decisions on funding or policy.

• Approved seven-item request list including I-24 widening and Nashville State expansion (unanimous)
• Moved deposit for bottles and plastic to Items of Interest list (3-1)
• Rejected moving attorney fees to Items of Interest list (1-3)
• Rejected moving green energy and recycling grants to Items of Interest list (0-4)
• Rejected moving Medicaid expansion to Items of Interest list (2-2)
• Approved Items of Interest list (unanimous)

General

The CBID Planning & Development Committee of the Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council has a scheduled meeting on August 13, 2021. This agenda contains only procedural notice and does not list specific items for consideration.

Legislative Liaison Committee

The committee will meet to discuss items for the Clarksville-Montgomery County delegation of the Tennessee General Assembly. This agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and does not list specific legislative items.

Tree Board

The Clarksville Tree Board will receive an update from the City Forester. The meeting includes a discussion on the City Forestry Management Plan and addressing board member vacancies.

• City Forester Update
• City Forestry Management Plan discussion
• CMCSS Art Contest
• Board member vacancies (Redman, Mann, Jackson)

Housing & Community Development Committee

The committee discussed acquiring parcels around Dixon Park to support redevelopment and affordable housing. Members also reviewed plans for repairing the L&N Train Station and an overview of ARPA funding.

• Burt-Cobb/Dixon Park land acquisition
• L&N Train Station repairs
• $24.5 million in ARPA funding for Clarksville
• $1.8 million in ARPA funding for Housing and Community Development

The committee received updates on CDBG and CDBG-CV activities, including a proposed $165,000 land acquisition for Dixon Park, a $550,000 rehabilitation plan for a new Urban Ministries shelter property, and $100,000 in CDBG funds for the L&N Train Station. Staff proposed reallocating $100,000 from Butterfly Moments to Progressive Directions for the Common Ground Café, plus a $111,000 transfer from Butterfly Moments. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was unanimous approval of the July 12, 2021 minutes.

• Adopted July 12, 2021 committee minutes (unanimous)
• Reviewed CDBG status update for Dixon Park land acquisition ($165,000 estimated)
• Reviewed Urban Ministries shelter rehabilitation proposal ($550,000)
• Reviewed CDBG funds for L&N Train Station rehabilitation ($100,000)
• Proposed reallocation of $100,000 CDBG-CV from Butterfly Moments to Progressive Directions
• Proposed transfer of $111,000 from Butterfly Moments

Legislative Liaison Committee

The committee reviewed the estimated time and financial impact of recent open records requests for city employees and the Mayor. Members also discussed a resolution regarding the decriminalization of simple possession of marijuana.

• Estimated $710,400 cost to review email records for specific city employees
• Estimated $440,000 cost to review Mayor's emails
• Resolution 58-2020-21 regarding cannabis decriminalization
• Proposed deletion of subsection C in Rule 12 and 12.02 regarding attorney fees

The Legislative Liaison Committee reviewed proposed state legislative items and decided which to support, request, or list as concerns. They will meet jointly with the County on August 12 and vote on the items as a committee on August 16. The committee agreed to support expansion of Nashville State Community College and to request items including access to state tax information, certified tax rate calculation, DMV fee increase, and open records charges. Several items were placed on a 'maybe' list or not placed on any list.

• Agreed to support expansion of Nashville State Community College
• Agreed to request ongoing access to state tax information system
• Agreed to request calculation of certified tax rate and tax increases
• Agreed to keep DMV fee increase from $4 to $10 on request list
• Agreed to request open records charge for inspection
• Agreed to support ballot measure for cannabis as a concern/support item
• Placed green energy and recycling grants on maybe list
• Placed Medicaid expansion on maybe list

City Council

The council will review several first-reading ordinances regarding property rezoning throughout the city. The agenda also includes updates on technology regulations, road improvements, and debt obligation reports.

• Rezoning of Twin Rivers Rd. and Noden Rd. from R-1 to R-4 for Reda Home Builders, Inc.
• Ordinance establishing responsibilities for the Department of Information Technology
• Easement agreement for Whitfield Road-Needmore Road intersection improvements
• Intent to reimburse up to $7,500,000 from general obligation bonds
• Authorization of a transmission line easement with the Tennessee Valley Authority

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is considering multiple applications for home occupations, including beauty salons and a firearms license. The meeting also includes requests for property variances regarding setbacks and parking stall dimensions.

• Use permit for a beauty salon at 926 Tiny Town Rd.
• Use permit for a Federal Firearms License at 743 Pollard Rd.
• Use permit for a religious institution at 475 Ringgold Rd.
• Side yard setback variance at 1086 Jon Dr.
• Parking stall size variance at 518 Madison St.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved seven of eight requests, including home occupations for a beauty salon, firearms license, paralegal office, real estate office, and religious institution, plus variances for a detached garage and parking stall sizes. One request was initially deferred but later approved after reconsideration. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved one-chair beauty salon at 535 Gale Dr. (unanimous)
• Approved Federal Firearms License home occupation at 743 Pollard Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved business office (paralegal/notary) at 1948 Whirlaway Cir. (unanimous)
• Approved real estate office at 536-D Patriot Park Ct. (unanimous)
• Approved religious institution (K-5 academy) at 475 Ringgold Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved 5-foot side yard setback variance at 1086 Jon Dr. (unanimous)
• Approved two-story garage at 2861 Wimbledon Ct. (unanimous)
• Approved parking stall size variance at 518 Madison St. (unanimous)

Joint Economic & Community Development Board

The board will receive an update on transportation projects and engage in open dialogue. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from February 3, 2021, and a discussion regarding rescheduling the May 5, 2021, meeting.

• Transportation Projects Update
• Approval of Feb 3, 2021, meeting minutes
• Rescheduling of May 5, 2021, meeting

Legislative Liaison Committee

The committee will discuss implementing fees for city time spent redacting public records. Members will also consider marijuana enforcement priorities and an award of attorney fees to Lance Baker.

• Proposed fees for redacting public records
• Discussion on cannabis enforcement
• Award of attorney fees to Lance Baker

The Legislative Liaison Committee met and adopted the previous minutes. They discussed a loophole in Tennessee open records law that prevents the city from charging for document inspections, reviewed a resolution supporting cannabis decriminalization, and discussed a request to amend state law on attorney fee awards. No formal decisions were made on these topics.

• Adopted minutes as presented (passed without objection)

City Council

The Clarksville City Council is reviewing several applications to change property zoning for residential and commercial use. The agenda also includes updates to the official code regarding short-term rentals and information technology responsibilities. Additionally, the council will consider resolutions related to public safety and community memorials.

• Rezoning of Twin Rivers Rd. and Nolen Rd. from R-1 to R-4 for multi-family housing
• Resolution authorizing city reimbursement up to $7,500,000 from general obligation bonds
• Ordinance amending the official code regarding short-term rentals
• Rezoning of Wilson Rd. and Old Farmers Rd. from C-5/R-1 to R-5
• Easement agreement for Whitfield Road-Needmore Road intersection improvements

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will review budget reports for FY 2021 and FY 2022 and receive an update on internal audit activity. The committee is tasked with approving the FY 2022 Audit Plan and the Internal Audit Charter.

• Approval of FY 2022 Audit Plan
• Approval of Internal Audit Charter
• Review of FY 2021 and FY 2022 Budget Reports
• Annual Review Results for Quality Assurance and Improvement Program

The Clarksville Audit Committee unanimously approved the FY 2022 Audit Plan and the Internal Audit Charter. The committee also adopted the April 28, 2021 meeting minutes and received reports on budget, audit activity, and quality assurance. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved FY 2022 Audit Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Internal Audit Charter (unanimous)
• Adopted April 28, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Transportation, Streets, Garage Committee

The committee will review the Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan and safety targets. Members will also consider Ordinance 5-2021-22 for potential City Council action. Department reports will cover transit ridership, street paving, and sidewalk updates.

• Review of Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan and safety targets
• Consideration of Ordinance 5-2021-22
• Updates on street paving, sidewalks, and capital projects
• Transportation Department ridership and financial reports

The Transportation, Street and Garage Committee approved the Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTAS) and Ordinance 5-2021-22, which waives credit card processing fees for transit users. The committee also received updates on ridership, finances, paving, and capital projects. No public comments were made.

• Approved Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTAS) (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 5-2021-22 waiving credit card processing fees for transit (unanimous)
• Approved March 2021 Transportation minutes (unanimous)

Airport Authority

The Clarksville Airport Authority will review the fourth quarter FY2021 financial statement and year-end reports. The agenda includes items regarding the FY21 audit, employee handbook updates, and hangar funding.

• FY2021 fourth quarter financial statement review
• FY21 audit
• Employee handbook update
• Carry over balance fee
• Hangar funding and safety complex updates

Power Board

The Clarksville Power Board will review monthly reports and professional services contracts. The agenda includes discussions regarding LED lighting replacement components and updates from the electric and broadband divisions.

• LED Lighting Replacement including fiber and armor cast vaults
• CommScope/Arris SLA renewal
• DZS SLA Renewal
• TVA Energy Right Home Uplift Funds
• Community Action Agency contract reviews

Beer Board

The Clarksville Beer Board is reviewing a special event at Customs House Museum and considering several new off-premise beer permits. No citations were listed on the agenda.

• Special event: Customs House Museum/Flying High at 200 Airport Rd on 8/21/2021
• New permit: Karka Inc. d.b.a Shop-N-Go Market at 3402 Cainlo Dr
• New permit: Smokers Choice at 235-A Tiny Town Rd
• New permit: Tap House 57 at 2670-C Madison St
• New permit: Man Greenwood Market at 908 Greenwood Ave

Regional Planning Commission

The Commission is considering various rezoning requests ranging from single-family residential to commercial districts. The agenda also includes preliminary plat approvals for new subdivisions and an ordinance amendment regarding historic districts.

• Rezoning of Madison Street property from R-1 to C-2 (Z-34-2021)
• Rezoning for luxury townhome development on Highway 76 (Z-37-2021)
• Zoning ordinance amendment for Historic and Design Overlay Districts (ZO-4-2021)
• Preliminary plat approval for Cardinal Creek Section 2, featuring 467 lots (S-79-2021)
• Rezoning of Wilma Rudolph Blvd property to C-5 for a car dealership (Z-40-2021)

Parking Commission

The Clarksville Parking Commission will review the city's towing policy and reserved parking at the Cumberland Garage. The commission will also address the policy regarding duplicate hang tags for reserved parking permits.

• Review of Towing Policy
• Discussion of Cumberland Garage Reserved Parking
• Review of Reserved Parking Permit Policy regarding duplicate hang tags
• Requests to void or reduce specific parking fines

The Clarksville Parking Commission tabled the towing policy and the Cumberland Garage reserved parking policy until the next meeting. The commission also approved the June 17, 2021 minutes and discussed a financial report showing a net gain of $2,472.78 for June. No final decisions were made on the tabled items.

• Approved June 17, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled towing policy until next meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled Cumberland Garage reserved parking policy until next meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled reserved parking permit duplicate hang tag policy until next meeting (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The committee is reviewing several professional service contracts for city infrastructure and maintenance. The agenda includes proposed ordinances regarding short-term rentals and information technology regulations. Members are also evaluating interlocal agreements for public safety programs.

• $87,000 contract for Whitfield Road Improvements Design with Gresham Smith & Partners
• Resolution to reimburse the City up to $7,500,000 using proceeds from bonds or debt
• Ordinance amending regulations for individual owner Short Term Rentals
• $19,875 contract for City Hall boiler replacement with APW Engineering, LLC
• Interlocal agreement for the Handle With Care Pilot Program

The Clarksville Finance Committee forwarded Ordinance 109-2020-21, which amends the short-term rental code to exempt individual owners, to the City Council with a recommendation of approval, despite Chairperson Stacey Streetman voting 'nay'. The committee also approved a new Administrative Support Specialist position in Housing & Community Development, and forwarded several resolutions and ordinances to the City Council, including a debt reimbursement resolution and a property exchange for the Whitfield-Needmore intersection. All other items were approved without objection.

• Forwarded short-term rental ordinance to City Council with approval recommendation (passed, Streetman nay)
• Approved new Administrative Support Specialist position in Housing & Community Development (voice vote, passed)
• Forwarded debt reimbursement resolution up to $7.5M to City Council (passed)
• Forwarded IT codification ordinance to City Council (passed)
• Forwarded Mt. Olive Society monument donation resolution to City Council (passed)
• Forwarded Combat Veterans Memorial Wall donation resolution to City Council (passed)
• Forwarded Handle With Care interlocal agreement to City Council (passed)
• Forwarded Whitfield-Needmore property exchange ordinance to City Council (passed)

Common Design Review Board

The Common Design Review Board is reviewing an application for a new retail center. The proposed construction includes brick, stone, and epoxy cement siding.

• Retail center application MSCD-26-2021 at 2862 Highway 41-A South
• Update to rules of procedure and ordinance
• Approval of June 21, 2021 minutes

Legislative Liaison Committee

The committee will discuss potential state-level funding or tax relief options to assist with repairs for historic and downtown structures. The agenda also includes discussions regarding various transportation projects.

• Funding options for historic and downtown structure repairs
• Transportation projects

The Legislative Liaison Committee met to discuss transportation project requests and funding options for historic and downtown structure repairs. No formal decisions were made; the committee reviewed project lists and discussed potential state funding mechanisms. The meeting was procedural, with no votes taken on substantive items.

• Adopted meeting minutes as presented (passed without objection)
• Moved funding options for historic and downtown structure repairs to end of agenda (no objections)
• Discussed 2021 transportation project requests, including I-24 widening and Rossview Rd. widening (no vote)
• Discussed potential state funding for historic structure repairs, including low-interest loans and tax incentives (no vote)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider settlements regarding two legal cases: Willis v. City and Tennessee Riverkeeper v. City. The settlement with Tennessee Riverkeeper involves a $21,288.00 payment for attorney fees and costs.

• Settlement consideration for Willis v. City
• Settlement consideration for Tennessee Riverkeeper, Inc. v. City ($21,288.00 in fees and costs)
• Compliance with TDEC Consent Order obligations through March 31, 2030

The Finance Committee rejected a $100,000 settlement demand in the Willis v. City bus accident case, allowing the City Attorney to negotiate further, and approved forwarding a consent decree in Tennessee River Keepers v. City to the City Council with a recommendation of approval. The decree involves about $30 million in sewer projects over at least ten years and a $21,000 payment for attorney fees.

• Rejected $100,000 demand in Willis v. City, allowed further negotiation (voice vote, no objection)
• Forwarded Tennessee River Keepers consent decree to City Council with approval recommendation (voice vote, no objection)

Gas & Water Board

The committee will review professional service bids for engineering and design projects. Reports will also be provided regarding surplus property sales, bad debt, and financials. A discussion is scheduled to consider a proposed 4:30 p.m. meeting time.

• $720,000.00 bid for Oak Street Lift Station Replacement plans from Gresham Smith
• $100,000.00 and $75,000.00 bids for miscellaneous engineering services
• $32,560.00 design bid for Dunlop Lane Natural Gas Main Extension
• $50,000.00 for real estate appraisals by Mark Young Real Estate Appraisals
• Report on $32,635.00 in surplus property sales from May and June 2021

Legislative Liaison Committee

The Legislative Liaison Committee is reviewing several topics to present to state legislators. Proposed discussions include Medicaid expansion, restoring voting rights for convicted felons, and increasing TANF funding for daycare.

• Medicaid expansion in Tennessee
• Restoring voting rights and public office eligibility for convicted felons
• Increasing TANF payments for daycare and emergency vehicles
• Expansion of Nashville State Community College
• Grants for green energy and recycling programs

The Legislative Liaison Committee agreed to meet weekly through August 16 to gather input from departments and citizens for the city's legislative agenda. Mayor Pitts recommended prioritizing five items for legislators, plus a support/opposition list and a secondary wish list. The committee agreed to attach previous years' requests to ensure ongoing projects remain known. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and planning-focused.

• Agreed to meet weekly at 1:00 p.m. on July 22, 26, August 2, 9, 16
• Agreed to prioritize five items for legislators and create support/opposition and wish lists
• Agreed to attach previous years' legislative requests to this year's request
• Agreed agenda requests must be sent to Chairperson Streetman at least two days before meetings

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is reviewing an interlocal agreement for the Handle with Care Pilot Program involving local police, fire, and school systems. The meeting also includes monthly reports from the Building & Codes, Fire Rescue, and Police departments.

• Interlocal agreement for the Handle with Care Pilot Program
• Monthly reports from Building & Codes, Fire Rescue, and Police Department

The Public Safety Committee approved Resolution 1-2021-22, which authorizes an interlocal agreement for the Handle with Care Pilot Program. This program allows first responders to notify the school system when a school-age child experiences a traumatic incident. The resolution will now go to the Finance Committee and City Council. The committee also approved minutes from May and June meetings.

• Approved Handle with Care Pilot Program resolution (motion by Garrett, second by Reynolds)
• Approved minutes from May 19, 2021 and June 16, 2021 meetings

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request for the property at 2953 Lancelot Ln. The applicant is requesting a 2.3 foot reduction from the required 30 foot front yard setback.

• Variance request for 2953 Lancelot Ln. to reduce front yard setback by 2.3 feet
• Adoption of July 7, 2021 minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request by Bill Mace for property at 2953 Lancelot Ln., allowing a 2.3-foot reduction from the required 30-foot front yard setback due to topography and drainage. The motion passed unanimously. The board also adopted the minutes from the July 7, 2021 meeting.

• Approved variance for 2.3-foot front yard setback reduction at 2953 Lancelot Ln. (unanimous)
• Adopted July 7, 2021 minutes as written

Beer Board

The Clarksville Beer Board is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve special event permits for Kings Bluff Brewery and the Biker's Who Care / TN Red White Brewfest, as well as any new permits and citations on the agenda.

• Special event: Kings Bluff Brewery, 140 University, July 23-24, 2021
• Special event: Biker's Who Care / TN Red White Brewfest, 8 Champions Way (Wilma Rudolph Event Center), July 24, 2021
• New permits and citations to be considered

Tree Board

The Clarksville Tree Board is meeting for routine business, including adopting minutes, hearing a City Forester update on grants and maintenance plans, and discussing sub-committee responsibilities. They will also discuss tree equity in Clarksville and address board member vacancies. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• City Forester update on TAEP Grant, City Forestry Maintenance Plan, and Arboretum QR codes
• Discussion of Tree Board sub-committee responsibilities and structure
• Tree Equity in Clarksville discussion
• Board member vacancies to be addressed
• Next meeting scheduled for August 11, 2021 at 4:00 p.m.

Legislative Liaison Committee

The Legislative Liaison Committee will discuss items for the city's legislative agenda. Proposed topics include imposing time limits on private utilities to prevent road construction delays and supporting state funding for a new Nashville State Community College building.

• Proposal for a 30-day limit on private utilities moving equipment during road projects
• Request for city support of state funding for a new Nashville State Community College building in FY23
• Discussion regarding delays on Edmondson Ferry Road/41A Bypass, Rossview Road, and International Blvd/Dunlop Lane

The Legislative Liaison Committee met and adopted its previous minutes without objection. All 11 agenda items were discussed but none were decided; each was either deferred for more research, placed on a future agenda, or tabled pending clarification. No formal votes were taken on any substantive topic.

• Adopted the minutes as presented, without objection
• Deferred items 1-3 (felon voting rights, protected class, insulin cap) to a future agenda pending clarification
• Deferred item 4 (green energy/recycling grants) for further research by Councilperson Reynolds
• Deferred item 5 (bottle deposit) for revised wording and resubmission
• Deferred item 6 (TANF daycare payments) for more research
• Deferred item 7 (TANF emergency vehicle grants) for more research
• Deferred item 8 (redistricting) for a drafted process to be voted on later
• Deferred item 9 (Medicaid expansion) for specific data to be brought back

Housing & Community Development Committee

The Housing and Community Development Committee will hold discussions regarding the Burt-Cobb — Dixon Park land acquisition and the L&N Train Station. The meeting also includes an overview of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).

• Burt-Cobb — Dixon Park land acquisition discussion
• L&N Train Station discussion
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) overview
• Adoption of May 10, 2021 minutes

Housing & Community Development Committee

The committee approved the FY 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan, which outlines how federal grants will be used for community development. The plan allocates CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds to support low-income households and neighborhood projects.

• Approval of the FY 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan
• $1,024,758 in CDBG funds allocation
• $519,309 in HOME funds allocation
• $161,250 in Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds
• $80,000 for Dixon Park Redevelopment

The Housing and Community Development Committee discussed the Burt-Cobb/Dixon Park redevelopment, including acquiring additional parcels for park expansion and potential programs like rental rehabilitation and a business façade program. The committee gave consent to proceed with land acquisition for Dixon Park improvements. No formal votes were taken on other items; the meeting was for discussion and input.

• Approved proceeding with land acquisition for Dixon Park expansion.
• Adopted the minutes of the May 10, 2021 meeting as printed.
• Discussed potential park upgrades, including ADA playground equipment, a splashpad, and a tennis court.
• Discussed a proposed rental rehabilitation program for landlords to rent to low-income tenants for at least 10 years.
• Discussed a Business Façade Program to assist existing businesses in the area.
• Discussed community meetings to gather resident input on the redevelopment area.
• Discussed the L&N Train Station repairs, with Community Development taking over the project.
• Discussed the American Rescue Plan Act funding, with no decisions made on its use.

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee will review a Memorandum of Understanding for a memorial wall with the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association. Members will also discuss a USCT memorial monument and basketball leagues.

• Memorial Wall MOU (Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association, TN Chapter 18-2)
• USCT Memorial Monument (Mike Taliento)
• Adult and Youth Basketball Leagues
• Human Resources Report

The Parks and Recreation Committee approved a Memorial Wall for Patriots Park, presented by the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association, and a United States Colored Troops monument at Fort Defiance, proposed by the Mt. Olive Cemetery Historical Preservation Society. Both approvals were by voice vote after motions. The committee also discussed adult and youth basketball leagues but took no action, and adopted the June 14, 2021 minutes.

• Approved Memorial Wall project for Patriots Park, presented by Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association
• Approved USCT Memorial Monument at Fort Defiance, proposed by Mt. Olive Cemetery Historical Preservation Society
• Adopted June 14, 2021 meeting minutes as presented

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider several requests for property setbacks and height variances. The meeting also includes reviews for allowing home occupations, such as a real estate office and a beauty salon.

• Variance request for 103 Crestmore Dr.
• Real estate office use permit at 19 Walker Cir.
• Side and rear yard setback variances at 691 Meriwether Rd.
• Family day care home use permit at 1536 Buchanon Dr.
• Front yard setback variance at 908 Greenwood Ave.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved all nine applications on its July 7, 2021 agenda, including variances, home occupation permits, and a height variance for a U-Haul expansion. One variance request was amended to drop the side-yard setback request and approve only the height variance. The board also adopted the June 2, 2021 minutes and scheduled a special meeting for July 19, 2021.

• Adopted the June 2, 2021 minutes as written.
• Approved Eric Turner's height variance (BZA-29-2021) after amending the request to omit the side-yard variance.
• Approved Bruce Griffy's real estate office home occupation (BZA-30-2021).
• Approved Bethany Weiss's side and rear yard variances (BZA-31-2021).
• Approved Vicky Fludd's family day care home (BZA-32-2021).
• Approved Toni Hillard Walls and Jeanette Howard's business office home occupation (BZA-33-2021).
• Approved Regina Jordan's one-chair beauty salon (BZA-34-2021).
• Approved Bizham Ebrahimi's front yard setback variance (BZA-35-2021).

City Council

The Clarksville City Council is reviewing several rezoning applications and a progress report on annexed territory. The agenda includes a second reading of an ordinance to sell 140.2 acres near I-24 Exit 8 to Silicon Ranch Corporation for solar power generation. The council will also consider various appointments to local boards and commissions.

• Rezoning at Evans Rd. and Shaw Dr. from RM-1 to R-4
• Sale of 140.2 acres near I-24 Exit 8 for a solar power facility
• Eminent domain for North Clarksville Water Treatment Plant easements
• Donation of Dumas Drive and Elm Hill Drive properties to Habitat For Humanity
• Settlement of lawsuits involving Robinsons and/or Franklin Street Corporation

The Clarksville City Council approved two first-reading zoning ordinance amendments (ORDINANCE 1-2021-22 and ORDINANCE 2-2021-22) and adopted RESOLUTION 2-2021-22, the final plan of services for annexed territory near Britton Springs. The consent agenda was adopted as amended, with two items removed for separate consideration. Several other items were postponed or failed due to lack of a second, including the eminent domain ordinance and the Robinson v. City settlement.

• Adopted ORDINANCE 1-2021-22 (first reading) rezoning Evans Rd./Shaw Dr. from RM-1 to R-4 (unanimous)
• Adopted ORDINANCE 2-2021-22 (first reading) rezoning Union St./South 3rd St. from CBD to R-4 (unanimous)
• Adopted RESOLUTION 2-2021-22 approving final plan of services for annexed territory off Britton Springs (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda as amended (unanimous), including 13 ordinances and appointments
• Adopted ORDINANCE 83-2020-21 (second reading) authorizing sale of city property near I-24 Exit 8 to Silicon Ranch Corp. for solar facility (unanimous)
• Failed to adopt ORDINANCE 105-2020-21 (eminent domain for water plant) due to lack of a second
• Postponed RESOLUTION 63-2020-21 (biosolids interlocal agreement) to next regular session
• Postponed ORDINANCE 98-2020-21 (council residency) indefinitely (10-0-1 abstention)

City Council

The Clarksville City Council is meeting to adopt the FY22 operating and capital budgets for governmental funds. This ordinance establishes a property tax rate of $1.23 for real and personal property. The budget also includes a recommended 2.5% general wage increase for city employees.

• Adoption of FY22 operating and capital budgets
• Property tax rate set at $1.23
• Recommended 2.5% general wage increase for city employees
• Merging of Parks and Recreation and Golf Course budgets
• Total city debt of $97,773,000

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a first reading of Ordinance 92-2020-21 to settle three lawsuits involving the Robinsons and Franklin Street Corporation. The proposed agreement includes property transfers and reimbursement for drainage improvements. The plan also involves a $250,000.00 payment of additional consideration to the Robinsons.

• First reading of Ordinance 92-2020-21 regarding lawsuit settlements
• Proposed reimbursement up to $200,000.00 for drainage improvements
• Proposed $250,000.00 payment to the Robinsons
• Property exchange involving HRP Property and City Property

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the first reading of Ordinance 130-2020-21 to adopt the fiscal year 2022 budget. This includes amending previous budgets and setting the property tax rate at $1.0296. The ordinance also proposes a 2.5% general wage increase for city employees.

• Adoption of FY 2022 tax rate set at $1.0296 for real and personal property
• Proposed 2.5% general wage increase for city employees effective October 9, 2021
• Budget merger for Parks and Recreation and Golf Courses
• Total identified debt of $97,773,000

City Council

The City Council will review rezoning applications for properties at Evans Road and Union Street. The agenda also includes a second reading for the $3,250,000.00 sale of city property near I-24 Exit 8 to Silicon Ranch Corporation. Other items involve eminent domain for water treatment plant easements and property donations to Habitat For Humanity.

• Sale of 140.2 acres near I-24 Exit 8 to Silicon Ranch Corporation for $3,250,000.00
• Rezoning of Evans Rd. and Shaw Dr. from RM-1 to R-4
• Rezoning of Union St. and South 3rd St. from CBD to R-4
• Eminent domain for North Clarksville Water Treatment Plant easements
• Donation of Dumas Drive and Elm Hill Drive properties to Habitat For Humanity

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission will discuss a January 15, 2021 complaint filed by Jeff Robinson against Mayor Pitts, Lance Baker, and Saul Solomon. The meeting also includes the election of a Vice-Chair and an overview of pending matters before the commission.

• Discussion of Jan 15, 2021 Complaint (Robinson vs. Mayor Pitts, Baker, and Solomon)
• Election of Vice-Chair
• Approval of May 26, 2021 meeting minutes
• Adoption of written decision from May 26, 2021

Power Board

The Power Board will review May minutes and the monthly report. The meeting includes discussions on 24 Ct Fiber equipment, software support, and various contracts. Updates from the electric and broadband divisions are also scheduled.

• Review of May Power Board Minutes and Monthly Report
• Contracts involving Davis Elliott and Blake's Lawn Care
• 24 Ct Fiber software, support, and equipment updates
• Electric and Broadband Division reports

Beer Board

The Clarksville Beer Board is reviewing applications for several new on-premise and off-premise beer permits. The agenda also includes citations regarding sales to minors and exterior advertisement violations. Additionally, special events hosted by Bikers Who Care are listed.

• New on-premise permits for Enjoy The Meal and Tasty City Buffet Inc.
• New off-premise permits for Hang Yang Oriental Market, 7-Eleven #41817H, and Silver Dollar
• Citations for sale to minor at Beach Oil #1, Sudden Service #0069, and Stop N Shop
• Citations for exterior advertisement at El Paso Mexican Restaurant and Hooters
• Special events including Bikers Who Care/TN Red White Brewfest

Regional Planning Commission

The Regional Planning Commission will review several rezoning requests and subdivision plat approvals. The meeting includes discussions on converting agricultural land to residential use and reviewing site plans for a warehouse facility and gas station.

• Rezoning Evans Rd property from RM-1 to R-4 for affordable townhomes under $200,000
• Preliminary plat approval for the 55-lot Cantigny Park development
• Site review for a 42-acre Shinhung Global Warehouse Facility
• Rezoning Highway 149 property from Agricultural to General Commercial for a vet clinic
• Site review for Beach Oil Store gas station and convenience store at Exit 11

The Clarksville-Montgomery County Regional Planning Commission approved all rezoning and subdivision cases on the agenda, including several residential and commercial rezonings and preliminary plats for new subdivisions. The commission also approved two variances for the S-59-2021 subdivision and deferred subdivision regulation updates to the July meeting. All decisions were made unanimously or with noted abstentions.

• Approved rezoning of 0.4 acres on Evans Rd. & Shaw Dr. from RM-1 to R-4 for townhomes (Z-32-2021).
• Approved rezoning of 0.43 acres at Union St. & South 3rd St. from CBD to R-4 for a transitional housing facility (Z-33-2021).
• Approved rezoning of 2.29 acres on SR Highway 48/13 from AG to E-1 for two single-family lots (CZ-15-2021).
• Approved rezoning of 12.70 acres on SR Highway 48/13 from AG to E-1 for single-family housing (CZ-16-2021).
• Approved rezoning of 138.28 acres on Buck Rd. & Kirkwood Rd. from AG to R-1 for a subdivision (CZ-17-2021).
• Approved rezoning of 5 acres on SR Highway 149 from AG to C-2 for a vet clinic (CZ-19-2021).
• Approved preliminary plats for Cherry Acres, Cave Springs Cottages, Sullivan Branch Creek, The Flats, Cantigny Park, Maynard Park, and Port Royal Farms, with conditions.
• Approved site review cases for a warehouse, gas station, multifamily, and townhomes, with conditions.

Finance Committee

The committee reviewed utility contracts including a $720,000 design for the Oak Street Lift Station. Members also discussed a potential $920,000 land purchase at Needmore and Hazelwood Roads. Additionally, several ordinances regarding safety codes and bereavement leave were forwarded to the City Council.

• Authorization of up to $240 million in water, sewer, and gas revenue bonds
• Approval of eminent domain for the North Clarksville Water Treatment Plant
• Proposed $920,000 purchase of 20 acres at Needmore and Hazelwood Roads
• $720,000 contract for Oak Street Lift Station Replacement design
• Failure of ordinance regarding changes to city disciplinary processes

The Finance Committee postponed action on an ordinance to exempt certain short-term rentals from city rules, pending additional legal review. The committee also approved several professional service contracts and heard financial reports showing revenues exceeding expenditures. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Postponed short-term rental exemption ordinance to next meeting for legal review
• Approved $600 appraisal contract for 803 Howard Street
• Approved $2,200 legal description/drawing contract for Regional Recreation Center land
• Approved $1,400 appraisal contract for Hazelwood Road property
• Adopted May 25, 2021 minutes as presented

City Council

The City Council is meeting in a special session to approve several fiscal year 2022 budgets. This includes budget amendments for the Central Business Improvement District, CDE Lightband, and the Transit System. The council will also consider adopting the tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Adoption of FY22 tax rate and governmental funds budget (Ordinance 128)
• CBID budget approval including $20,000 for Third & Main Mixed Use Development (Ordinance 120)
• Approval of FY22 budgets for Clarksville Gas & Water Department (Ordinance 123)
• Establishment of the Building & Facilities Maintenance Department (Ordinance 127)
• Amendment to employee benefits for retirees hired after July 1, 2006 (Ordinance 129)

The council approved FY22 budgets for the Central Business Improvement District, CDE Lightband, Clarksville Transit System, Clarksville Gas & Water, CDBG/HOME, Internal Service Funds, Parking Commission, and Building & Facilities Maintenance, plus employee benefits changes. It also passed amendments adding $35,000 for the Human Relations Commission and $20,000 for a Senior Citizens Center sign. However, the FY22 General Government Budget failed after a proposed tax rate reduction from $1.23 to $1.19 was rejected.

• Adopted FY22 CBID budget (Ordinance 120-2020-21) with one nay.
• Adopted FY22 CDE Lightband budget (Ordinance 121-2020-21) unanimously.
• Adopted FY22 Clarksville Transit System budget (Ordinance 122-2020-21) with one nay.
• Adopted FY22 Clarksville Gas & Water budget (Ordinance 123-2020-21) unanimously.
• Adopted FY22 CDBG and HOME budgets (Ordinance 124-2020-21) unanimously.
• Adopted FY22 Internal Service Funds budget (Ordinance 125-2020-21) with one nay.
• Adopted FY22 Parking Commission budget (Ordinance 126-2020-21) with three nays.
• Failed to adopt FY22 General Government Budget (Ordinance 128-2020-21) after tax rate cut amendment failed.

Common Design Review Board

The Common Design Review Board is reviewing applications for new residential construction. These include a request for three duplex townhomes on S. 1st Street and an apartment complex on Madison Street.

• Request for three new duplex townhomes at 507 S. 1st Street
• Proposed apartment complex with paver parking lot at 518 Madison Street

Economic Development Council

The Executive Committee will meet to elect FY22 Officers. The Board of Directors will consider budget amendments, office space leases, and a policy manual update regarding the Juneteenth holiday.

• Election of FY22 Officers
• Budget Amendments
• Office Space Lease
• Policy Manual Update – Juneteenth Holiday
• Discussion on pending legal matters and policies

Economic Development Council

The Executive Committee of the Industrial Development Board will hold an emergency meeting. The committee is considering a resolution to amend the Interlocal Agreement. This amendment would permit the retention of sale proceeds from Project Shinhung.

• Resolution to amend the Interlocal Agreement regarding Project Shinhung sale proceeds

Access Management Board of Appeals

The Access Management Board of Appeals will review two cases regarding property access points. One request involves adding two entrances on North Riverside Drive to serve three restaurants. Another case concerns a single entrance request for 518 Madison St.

• Request for two access points at 955 North Riverside Dr
• Request for one access point at 518 Madison St

City Council

The council will review the Transportation 2020+ Strategy, a multi-year plan for roads, sidewalks, and transit infrastructure. The meeting also includes first readings of several ordinances to adopt or amend operating and capital budgets for various city departments. A public hearing is scheduled regarding the FY22 budget.

• Endorsement of the Transportation 2020+ Strategy through fiscal year 2025-26
• Adoption of the FY22 tax rate for governmental funds
• Budget amendments for Clarksville Transit System and Gas & Water Department
• Establishment of the Building & Facilities Maintenance Department
• Approval of the FY22 Annual Action Plan and budget for community grants

The Clarksville City Council held a special session to adopt the FY22 budget, including a property tax rate of $1.23. All proposed amendments to reduce the tax rate or cut specific funding items failed, and the budget ordinances were approved on first reading. The council also endorsed the Transportation 2020+ Strategy.

• Adopted Resolution 83-2020-21 endorsing the Transportation 2020+ Strategy.
• Approved Ordinance 120-2020-21 on first reading, adopting the FY22 CBID budget.
• Approved Ordinance 121-2020-21 on first reading, adopting the FY22 CDE Lightband budget.
• Approved Ordinance 122-2020-21 on first reading, adopting the FY22 Transit System budget.
• Approved Ordinance 123-2020-21 on first reading, adopting the FY22 Gas & Water budget.
• Approved Ordinance 124-2020-21 on first reading, adopting the FY22 Annual Action Plan and authorizing grant applications.
• Approved Ordinance 125-2020-21 on first reading, as amended, adding $150,000 to the Dental Fund.
• Approved Ordinance 128-2020-21 on first reading, adopting the FY22 Governmental Funds budget and the $1.23 tax rate.

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review a resolution for the Handle with Care pilot program involving local law enforcement and schools. The meeting also includes monthly reports from the Building & Codes, Police, and Fire & Rescue departments.

• Resolution 1-2021-22: Interlocal agreement for the Handle with Care pilot program
• Building & Codes Department monthly reports
• Police Department monthly reports
• Fire & Rescue monthly reports

The regular monthly meeting of the City of Clarksville Public Safety Committee scheduled for June 16, 2021, was cancelled. No department items were submitted for consideration, so no decisions were made.

• Cancelled the regular monthly meeting of the Public Safety Committee for June 16, 2021

Economic Development Council

The Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council Nominating Committee is meeting to consider FY22 officer appointments. The meeting is scheduled for June 15, 2021, at the EDC Offices.

• Consideration of FY22 officer appointments

Economic Development Council

The Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council Nominating Committee is meeting to consider appointments for fiscal year 2022 officers. The meeting is scheduled for June 15, 2021.

• Consideration of FY22 officer appointments

Parking Commission

The Parking Commission approved allowing food trucks at the Cumberland Lot for a Judge Grimes dedication ceremony. Members also discussed street parking concerns in the Dog Hill district and reviewed the policy for duplicate parking hang tags. Financial reports showed a year-to-date net loss of $10,102.

• Approved food trucks for Judge Grimes dedication at Cumberland Lot
• Tabled discussion on reserved parking permit duplicate hang tag policy
• Discussed street parking concerns in the Dog Hill district
• Reported April revenue of $48,400 and expenses of $28,466
• Reviewed proposal for a Downtown Circulator transit route

The Clarksville Parking Commission tabled a proposed change to the Reserved Parking Permit Policy regarding duplicate hang tags, deciding to research other communities' practices before acting. The commission also reviewed financial and meter reports, discussed a potential ParkMobile app contract, and approved the May 25 minutes. No final policy decisions were made on the hang tag issue.

• Approved May 25, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled duplicate hang tag policy change until July meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed ParkMobile app contract at no cost to city, no action taken
• Voided parking tickets 170210115, 170210154, 170210250
• No action on tickets 170111759, 170112068, 170210104
• Reduced fine on ticket 170210176

City Council

The City Council is holding a discussion on the Transportation 2020+ Strategy, which covers road, sidewalk, and transit improvements through fiscal year 2026. The session also includes a work session regarding FY22 budget updates for various city departments and funds. This includes discussions on utilities, transit, and the annual tax rate.

• Transportation 2020+ Strategy for roads, sidewalks, and transit infrastructure
• FY22 budget amendments for CDE Lightband and Clarksville Transit System
• FY22 budget amendments for Clarksville Gas & Water Department
• Ordinance to establish the Building & Facilities Maintenance Department
• FY22 tax rate and governmental funds budget

The Clarksville City Council held a special session to discuss the FY22 budget, including a proposed 20-cent property tax increase and the Transportation 2020+ Strategy. No formal action was taken on any ordinance; the meeting was for discussion only. The council reviewed budgets for various departments and funds, including CDE Lightband, Clarksville Transit System, and the proposed new Building & Facilities Maintenance Department.

• Discussed Resolution 83-2020-21 endorsing the Transportation 2020+ Strategy, with no action taken
• Reviewed FY22 budget proposals, including a proposed property tax rate of $1.23 and 20-cent increase
• Discussed ordinances 120-2020-21 through 128-2020-21 for FY22 budgets, with no action taken
• Heard that the proposed tax increase would fund a new Street Department crew for road improvements
• Noted that no department other than Streets would receive funding from the proposed tax increase
• Discussed a proposed retiree insurance plan for employees hired after July 2006
• Heard that CDE Lightband would repay an interdivisional loan 17 years early and partner with Silicon Ranch for solar power
• Adjourned without voting on any items

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee discussed recent poor conditions at Heritage Park Soccer Complex due to a lack of overseeding. Members also reviewed a proposal to purchase 10 additional acres for the Regional Recreation Center. Additionally, the department reported on open part-time positions and upcoming pool schedules.

• Maintenance plan for Heritage Park Soccer Complex fields
• Proposed 10-acre land purchase for Regional Recreation Center
• Open bidding for a mowing contract
• Staffing updates for city pools and splash pads
• Estimated $1 million cost per artificial turf field

The Parks and Recreation Committee discussed, but took no formal action on, a possible bike path on Crossland Avenue and the potential purchase of the Mobley property off Tanglewood Drive. They also discussed the Needmore/Hazelwood property near Pisgah Elementary, with the mayor agreeing to contact the interim Director of Schools and noting a survey for a second 10 acres was ordered. The committee received updates on Heritage Soccer Field renovations, estimated game-ready by August 1st, and on open part-time positions. The meeting was adjourned without any votes on these items.

• Adopted the May 10, 2021 meeting minutes as presented.
• Discussed the Madison/Tanglewood property for a potential bike path on Crossland Avenue; no action taken.
• Discussed the Needmore/Hazelwood property near Pisgah Elementary; mayor to contact interim Director of Schools.
• Noted a survey for a second 10 acres of the Needmore/Hazelwood property has been ordered.
• Received an update on Heritage Soccer Field renovations, with an estimated completion date of August 1st.
• Received a report on open part-time positions and upcoming interviews for Event Planning Specialist and Athletic Coordinator.
• Adjourned the meeting at 3:37 p.m.

Economic Development Council

The CBID Planning & Development Committee has issued a notice for a scheduled meeting at the EDC Offices in Clarksville. The committee will consider business that generally comes before the committee at regular meetings. No specific agenda items were provided in this notice.

Regional Planning Commission

The Clarksville MPO is reviewing amendments to the 2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan regarding SR-237/Rossview Road. These changes involve adding sidewalks and adjusting the project's start and end points. The meeting also includes discussions on budget revisions and air quality updates.

• Resolution 2021-08: Amend 2045 MTP for SR-237/Rossview Road to add sidewalks ($31,210,000)
• Resolution 2021-09: Amend FY2020-FY2023 TIP for SR-237/Rossview Road
• Resolution 2021-10: Amend FY2020-FY2023 TIP for CTS budget revisions
• Discussion of KYTC SHIFT/Boost Point Process for project prioritization
• TDEC update on air quality

After Hours Establishment Board

The After Hours Establishment Board is meeting to consider permit renewals for two entities. The board will also adopt minutes from the October 8, 2020, meeting.

• Pink Lady permit renewal
• Club Stilettos permit renewal

City Council

The Clarksville City Council is considering the issuance of up to $240,000,000 in water, sewer, and gas revenue bonds. The agenda also includes multiple rezoning requests for residential and commercial districts and the sale of city property for a solar power facility. Additionally, the council will review territory annexation and lawsuit settlements.

• Issuance of up to $240,000,000 in water, sewer, and gas revenue bonds
• Multiple rezoning requests for residential and commercial districts
• Sale of city property near I-24 Exit 8 to Silicon Ranch Corporation for solar power
• Annexation of territory north of Britton Springs Road and east of Kay Road
• Settlement of Robinsons and/or Franklin Street Corporation lawsuits

The Clarksville City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance authorizing the sale of city-owned property near I-24 Exit 8 to Silicon Ranch Corporation for a solar power generation facility, with the acreage and price amended to 140.2 acres and $3,250,000. The council also passed several zoning changes, annexations, and other resolutions, while failing to adopt a zoning change for Powell Road and an ordinance requiring new legislation to be reviewed by the Finance Committee. A resolution authorizing up to $240 million in water, sewer, and gas revenue bonds was also approved.

• Approved sale of 140.2 acres to Silicon Ranch for $3.25M solar facility (unanimous)
• Adopted 8 zoning ordinance changes on first reading (unanimous)
• Failed zone change for Powell Road property (5-8)
• Passed zone change for Needmore Road property (8-5)
• Approved annexation and plan of service for Britton Springs Road area (unanimous)
• Approved $240M water/sewer/gas revenue bonds (unanimous)
• Passed water and sewer rate increase with industrial rate amendment (10-3)
• Postponed biosolids interlocal agreement to July session (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider multiple applications for property setbacks and a use permit. These requests involve adjustments to front and side yard requirements at various locations. One application seeks to allow a religious institution at 1550 Highway 76.

• Use permit for a religious institution at 1550 Highway 76
• Front yard setback variance for 1054 Brightwood Ct.
• Front yard setback variance for 3060 Trough Spring Rd.
• Setback variances for 110 Edmondson Ferry Rd.
• Side yard and height variances for 103 Crestmore Dr.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved five variance requests and deferred one. Approved: Finley Home Builder (BZA-24-2021), Heather Vannoy (BZA-25-2021), Mary Smith (BZA-26-2021), Mike Arnold (BZA-27-2021), and Living Hope Church (BZA-28-2021). Deferred: Eric Turner (BZA-29-2021) for 30 days due to neighbor opposition and missing permits.

• Approved 1.7-ft front setback variance at 1054 Brightwood Ct. (unanimous)
• Approved 15-ft front setback variance at 3060 Trough Springs Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved 30-ft and 10-ft front setback variances at 110 Edmondson Ferry Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved 3.5-ft side yard setback variance at 104 Canyon Dr. (unanimous)
• Approved Use Permitted on Review for church at 1550 Highway 76 (unanimous)
• Deferred 4.2-ft side yard and 1.0-ft height variance at 103 Crestmore Dr. for 30 days (unanimous)

Convention & Visitors Bureau

This agenda is a public notice for a scheduled board meeting on May 27, 2021. No specific business items or discussion topics are listed in the provided text. The meeting was scheduled to take place at the EDC Office.

City Council

The Clarksville City Council is reviewing several rezoning applications and property annexations. The agenda includes authorizing up to $240,000,000 in revenue bonds for utilities and discussing a $920,000 land purchase. The council will also consider the sale of city-owned property for a solar power facility.

• Authorization of up to $240,000,000 in water, sewer, and gas revenue bonds
• Potential $920,000 purchase of 20 acres at Needmore Road and Hazelwood Road
• Sale of city property near I-24 Exit 8 to Silicon Ranch Corporation for solar power
• Rezoning requests for properties at Oak Street and Mann Circle
• Annexation of territory north of Britton Springs Road and east of Kay Road

Ethics Commission

The commission will review supplemental information for an August 21, 2020 complaint against Lance Baker. It will also evaluate a January 15, 2021 complaint involving Mayor Joe Pitts, Lance Baker, and Saul Solomon.

• Review of supplemental info for August 21, 2020 complaint against Lance Baker
• Evaluation of January 15, 2021 complaint against Mayor Pitts, Lance Baker, and Saul Solomon
• Discussion of hearing procedures and scheduling
• Introduction of Dr. David Kanervo

The Ethics Commission voted unanimously to sustain Violation 1 in the August 21, 2020 complaint by Jeff Robinson against Lance Baker, and to dismiss Violation 2. They also postponed any hearing involving Richard Garrett until the conclusion of an ongoing TBI investigation or criminal proceeding. The Commission deferred review of a complaint against Joe Pitts, Lance Baker, and Saul Solomon to a later full meeting without Solomon, and will consider outside legal counsel.

• Sustained Violation 1 in the Robinson complaint against Lance Baker (unanimous)
• Dismissed Violation 2 in the Robinson complaint against Lance Baker (unanimous)
• Postponed hearing on complaints against Richard Garrett pending TBI investigation or criminal proceedings
• Deferred review of Complaint No. 5 (Pitts, Baker, Solomon) to a later full Commission meeting without Solomon
• Decided to consider obtaining outside legal counsel for Complaint No. 5
• Adopted minutes of April 7, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted written decisions from April 7, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for June 23, 2021

Power Board

The Clarksville Power Board will review monthly reports and presentations from TVA and Brian. The agenda includes discussions on professional services contracts and equipment restock requests. Updates for the electric and broadband divisions are also scheduled.

• TMEPA MOU
• Professional services contracts including Konica and Advizex
• Transformer and patch panel restock requests
• Substation SEL RTAC replacement
• Electric and Broadband division updates

Beer Board

The board is reviewing applications for several new on-premise and off-premise beer permits. The agenda also includes special event permits and citations regarding sales to minors.

• New beer permits for Ruby Tuesday, Legends Smokehouse & Grill, and The Fallen Brewery
• Special event permits for Kings Bluff Brewery, Juneteenth Festival, and Independence Day
• Citations for sale to minors at Sam’s Discount Tobacco, Tilted Kilt, and Q Pump
• Citation for exterior advertising at Trap Market

Adult Oriented Establishment Board

The Adult Oriented Establishment Board is reviewing business license renewals for Miranda’s of Clarksville. The board will also consider employee permit applications for the establishment located at 19 CrosslandAve.

• Business license renewals for Renee Belew, Xiomara McDaniels, and Kassandra Beach
• Employee permit applications for Zachary Swan, Ethan Earls, and Cherokee Bramblett

Regional Planning Commission

The Clarksville-Montgomery County Regional Planning Commission is reviewing several proposed zoning changes and subdivision plats. The agenda includes requests to rezone various properties between residential, commercial, and agricultural districts. The commission will also consider preliminary plat approvals for multiple new developments.

• Rezoning at Oak St. & Mann Circle from R-3 to R-4 residential
• Rezoning E. Boy Scout Rd. tract from AG/C-2 to R-4 residential
• Preliminary plat approval for Cedar Springs Section 3 (188 lots)
• Preliminary plat approval for Wolford Hills (79 lots)
• Rezoning Jack Miller Blvd. property from C-5 to C-2 commercial

The Clarksville-Montgomery County Regional Planning Commission recommended approval for 13 of 14 zoning requests, including multiple residential and commercial rezonings, and denied one request to rezone an industrial property for a private school. The commission also approved several subdivision plats, site reviews, and other administrative items. One zoning request for a 23.84-acre property on Powell Road was approved with a 5-2 vote despite resident opposition over traffic safety concerns.

• Approved rezoning at Oak St. & Mann Circle to R-4 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning on New South Dr. to R-4 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning on Center Pointe Dr. to C-2 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning on Jack Miller Blvd. to C-2 (unanimous, Rocconi abstaining)
• Approved rezoning on Crossland Ave. to C-2 (unanimous, Powers abstaining)
• Approved rezoning on Powell Rd. to R-1 (5-2)
• Denied rezoning for private school in M-1 district (4-3)
• Approved Wofford Hills subdivision with variances (unanimous)

Parking Commission

The Clarksville Parking Commission will discuss reserved parking permit policies and Historic Dog Hill Street parking. The meeting also includes financial and meter reports and a dedication for the Judge Grimes-Cumberland Lot.

• Dedication for Judge Grimes-Cumberland Lot
• Reserved Parking Permit Policy regarding duplicate hang tags
• Historic Dog Hill Street parking

The Clarksville Parking Commission approved allowing food trucks at the Judge Grimes-Cumberland Lot dedication ceremony on June 4th, blocking some parking spaces from 12-2 pm. The commission tabled a review of the duplicate hang tag policy until the June meeting. A discussion was held on parking concerns in the Historic Dog Hill district, with staff asked to work with the Street Department on a solution.

• Approved food trucks for Judge Grimes dedication ceremony on June 4th, blocking some parking spaces (unanimous)
• Tabled review of duplicate hang tag policy until June meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 25, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Voided parking citations 170111467, 170209865, 170209636
• Reduced fine on citation 170209861
• Took no action on 8 parking citations

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding city utilities and property management. Items include proposals for eminent domain for a water treatment plant and the potential purchase of 20 acres of land. The committee is also considering amendments to the official code regarding short-term rentals and disciplinary processes.

• Resolution 77-2020-21: Issuance of up to $240 million in water, sewer, and gas revenue bonds
• Discussion of a $920,000 land purchase at the intersection of Needmore Rd and Hazelwood Rd
• Ordinance 105-2020-21: Eminent domain for the North Clarksville Water Treatment Plant
• Ordinance 108-2020-21: Donation of property on Dumas Drive and Elm Hill Drive to Habitat For Humanity
• Ordinance 109-2020-21: Amendments to the Official Code regarding Short Term Rentals

The Finance Committee voted unanimously to forward a resolution authorizing up to $240 million in water, sewer, and gas revenue bonds and up to $65 million in refunding bonds to the City Council with a recommendation of approval. The committee also forwarded several other items, including ordinances for the North Water Treatment Plant eminent domain, safety and health code updates, and a Fort Campbell firefighting MOU. A motion to forward a disciplinary process ordinance failed unanimously after discussion, and two ordinances were postponed due to sponsors' absence.

• Forwarded $240M water/sewer/gas bond resolution to City Council (4-0)
• Forwarded North Water Treatment Plant eminent domain ordinance to City Council (4-0)
• Forwarded Safety & Health Code ordinance to City Council (4-0)
• Forwarded Bereavement Leave policy resolution to City Council (4-0)
• Forwarded Fort Campbell firefighting MOU resolution to City Council (4-0)
• Forwarded E911 interlocal agreement resolution to City Council (4-0)
• Forwarded surplus property sale ordinance (amended to remove Shelby St property) to City Council (4-0)
• Failed to forward disciplinary process ordinance to City Council (0-4)

Human Relations Commission

The Clarksville Human Relations Commission will meet to confirm a quorum and approve the May 19 minutes. The agenda also includes an item regarding Juneteenth funding.

• Approval of May 19 Minutes
• Juneteenth Funding

Common Design Review Board

The Common Design Review Board is reviewing several development and exterior modification requests. These include the construction of three duplex townhomes on S. 1st Street and four 6-unit apartment buildings near Meadowhill Lane.

• Construction of three new duplex townhomes at 507 S. 1st Street
• Painting brick columns and metal siding black at 200 Commerce Street
• Exterior approval for four 6-unit apartment buildings east of Meadowhill Lane and Longshadow Trail

Parking Commission

The Clarksville Parking Commission will meet on May 20, 2021. The agenda includes discussions regarding a reserved parking permit policy for duplicate hang tags and the dedication of the Cumberland Lot.

• Dedication for Judge Grimes-Cumberland Lot
• Reserved Parking Permit Policy - Duplicate Hang Tag
• Historic Dog Hill Street Parking

Access Management Board of Appeals

Liberty Park Partners is appealing a decision by the Director of Streets to deny an access permit for 1191 Cumberland Drive. The appellant proposes closing the existing driveway and relocating access to the signalized intersection at Highway 48/13. This request aims to improve traffic control and safety.

• Appeal of denied access permit for 1191 Cumberland Drive
• Proposed relocation of driveway to the signalized intersection at Hwy 48/13
• Request to close existing driveway on the property

City Council

This agenda outlines the schedule for various committee reviews regarding the FY22 budget. The sessions are scheduled to take place from May 17 through May 20.

• Finance Committee review of legislative, revenue, and personnel matters
• Public Safety Committee review including fire, police, and building codes
• Parks & Recreation budget review
• Housing & Community Development budget review
• Gas & Water and Transportation-Streets-Garage reviews

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is considering resolutions for an interlocal agreement with the E911 Emergency Communication District and a memorandum of agreement with Fort Campbell for fire fighting assistance. The committee will also review monthly reports from the Building & Codes, Police, and Fire Rescue departments.

• Resolution 74-2020-21: Interlocal Agreement with Montgomery County E911 District
• Resolution 71-2020-21: Memorandum of Agreement with Fort Campbell for fire fighting assistance

The Public Safety Committee unanimously approved the minutes from March and April 2021 meetings. It also passed two resolutions on first reading: one authorizing an interlocal agreement with the Montgomery County 911 Emergency Communications District, and another authorizing a memorandum of agreement with Fort Campbell for firefighting assistance. No other committee action was required.

• Approved minutes from March 22 and April 21, 2021 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 74-2020-21 authorizing interlocal agreement with Montgomery County 911 district (unanimous, first reading)
• Approved Resolution 71-2020-21 authorizing memorandum of agreement with Fort Campbell for firefighting assistance (unanimous, first reading)

City Council

This document outlines the review schedule for Fiscal Year 2022 budget committees. The sessions include reviews of finance, public safety, and parks and recreation departments.

• Finance Committee review of legislative, revenue, and human resources
• Public Safety Committee review of fire rescue, police, and building & codes
• Parks & Recreation committee session
• Housing & Community Development committee session
• Gas & Water committee session

Human Relations Commission

The commission will discuss Juneteenth celebration planning and the fiscal year 22 budget. Juanita Charles is scheduled to present information regarding the Juneteenth Celebration during public comment. The agenda also includes reviews of bylaws revisions and training event procedures.

• Juneteenth celebration planning
• Fiscal year 22 budget discussions
• Review of bylaws revisions
• Procedures, protocols and policies for events
• Street names in the City

City Council

This agenda provides the review schedule for the Fiscal Year 2022 budget. Various committees are scheduled to meet from May 17 through May 20 to review specific city departments and agencies.

• Finance Committee review of legislative, finance, revenue, and human resources
• Public Safety Committee review of fire rescue, police, and building & codes
• Parks & Recreation committee review
• Housing & Community Development committee review
• Gas & Water and Transportation committee reviews

City Council

The Clarksville City Council held a special session to provide an overview of the FY22 Budget and the Transportation 2020+Plan. The meeting also included standard procedural items such as the call to order and pledge of allegiance.

• Overview of FY22 Budget and Transportation 2020+Plan

The Clarksville City Council held a special session with no votes or decisions. Mayor Joe Pitts announced a proposed 20-cent property tax increase to fund the 2020+ Transportation Plan, which would generate about $6.9 million annually and cost the average homeowner $83.67 per year. CFO Laurie Matta presented the FY22 budget overview, noting revenues were not meeting expenditures and the tax increase would not cover a 2.5% employee pay raise.

• No votes or decisions made during special session

City Council

The Clarksville City Council is reviewing Ordinance 93-2020-21 during a special session. The proposed amendment would require the city attorney to submit requests and cost estimates to the Council before retaining outside legal counsel.

• Ordinance 93-2020-21: Amending the Official Code regarding hiring outside counsel

The Clarksville City Council passed an ordinance on first reading that amends the official code regarding hiring outside counsel. The ordinance requires the City Attorney to request outside counsel fees in excess of $125,000 in a non-public meeting and requires additional fees to be approved by the City Council. The vote was 8-4, with Councilperson Smith absent.

• Adopted Ordinance 93-2020-21 on first reading, as amended (8-4, Smith absent)
• Approved amendment requiring outside counsel fees over $125,000 to be requested in non-public meeting and approved by Council (unanimous)
• Rejected amendment to increase threshold to $150,000 (unanimous)
• Rejected motion to divide the question on the two proposed amounts (5-8)

Human Relations Commission

The commission will discuss planning for the Juneteenth celebration and procedures for events. Members will also review revisions to bylaws and discuss the fiscal year 22 budget. Juanita Charles is scheduled to present information regarding the Juneteenth Celebration during public comment.

• Juneteenth celebration planning
• Fiscal year 22 budget discussions
• Review of bylaws revisions
• Review of future training events and procedures
• Public comment from Juanita Charles regarding Juneteenth

Housing & Community Development Committee

The Housing & Community Development Committee will present the FY 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan and discuss its approval process. The meeting includes discussions on redevelopment projects in Dixon Park Neighborhood and Beech Street. The committee will also review the Tennessee Housing Development Agency Emergency Solutions Grant application.

• $80,000 set-aside for a new park at 408 Beech Street
• $200,000 funding recommendation for Kiana’s Housing
• $200,000 for Clarksville Urban Ministries SafeHouse Facility
• $30,000 recommended for Clarksville-Montgomery County Community Action Agency

The Housing and Community Development Committee unanimously approved the FY 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan, which allocates CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds for housing and community development programs. The plan includes new projects such as the United Way Homeless Support Program, Dixon Park Redevelopment, and Frosty Morn Redevelopment. The committee also discussed redevelopment efforts in the Dixon Park and Beech Street areas, and received updates on the THDA ESG application and CARES Act funding.

• Approved FY 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of April 12, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee reviewed a proposal to sell 140 acres near I-24 Exit 8 to Silicon Ranch Corporation for solar energy development. Members also discussed the timeline for purchasing land for a Regional Recreation Center and reviewed department staff updates. The committee voted to recommend approval of the property sale ordinance to the City Council.

• Recommendation to approve Ordinance 83-2020-21 for a solar power generation facility
• Proposed $900 per night cost for police presence at Lincoln Homes basketball games
• Three-year purchase option for city land: $10,000 (Year 1), $20,000 (Year 2), and $30,000 (Year 3)
• Discussion regarding the timeline for a Regional Recreation Center land purchase

The Parks and Recreation Committee discussed concerns about the Heritage Soccer Fields, with staff reporting a plan to improve them and use alternative fields. They also discussed purchasing an additional 10 acres for the proposed recreation center, with a request for a civil engineer assessment before the next meeting. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Adopted April 12 and April 19, 2021 meeting minutes (voice vote, passed without objection)
• Requested civil engineer assessment of recreation center land before next meeting (discussion only)
• Discussed purchasing additional 10 acres for recreation center (no action taken)

Economic Development Council

The Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council will hold a special-called meeting on May 6, 2021. The agenda includes the hiring of an EDC CEO and reviewing unbudgeted expenditures for fiscal year 2021. The board will also address the FY21 audit contract.

• EDC CEO hire
• Unbudgeted Expenditures FY21
• FY21 Audit Contract

City Council

The council will consider multiple applications to change property zoning, including a request for commercial use at Madison Street and Tanglewood Drive. Members will also review the annexation of land north and west of Shaw Drive and related ward reapportionment.

• Rezoning Cedarcroft Drive and Ussery Road from E-1 to PUD-1
• Rezoning Hilldale United Methodist Church property from R-1 to C-2
• Annexing territory north and west of Shaw Drive
• Budget amendment to add funding for the Juneteenth holiday
• Renaming Mammy Lane to Slattery Lane

The council approved renaming Mammy Lane to Hattie Lane, with an amendment to make it effective July 6, 2021. Several zoning ordinances were adopted on first reading, but one rezoning request failed. The council also approved annexation and a plan of service for territory north and west of Shaw Drive, and postponed action on a lawsuit settlement and a ward residency ordinance.

• Renamed Mammy Lane to Hattie Lane, effective July 6, 2021 (passed)
• Adopted Ordinance 99-2020-21, rezoning Cedarcroft Drive/Ussery Road to PUD-1 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 100-2020-21, rezoning Madison Street/Tanglewood Drive to C-2 (passed, Holleman abstained)
• Adopted Ordinance 101-2020-21, rezoning Evans Road/Shaw Drive to R-1 (passed, Smith nay)
• Denied Ordinance 102-2020-21, rezoning Viewmont Drive/Gibbs Lane to R-2 (failed 6-7)
• Adopted Resolution 69-2020-21, annexing territory north and west of Shaw Drive (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 70-2020-21, plan of service for annexed territory, amended to 18.71 acres (unanimous)
• Postponed action on Ordinance 92-2020-21, lawsuit settlement, to next session (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on five variance and use-permit requests, including a firearms license as a home occupation and several setback and lot width variances. The board will also adopt minutes from its April 7 meeting and discuss board appointments. No action is required from the City Council.

• Variance for 10.2 ft lot width at 104 Canyon Dr. (BZA-18-2021)
• Variance for side yard and lot width at 105 Canyon Dr. (BZA-19-2021)
• Use permit for Federal Firearms License at 1027 Orchard Hills Dr. (BZA-21-2021)
• Variance for shared driveway at Whitfield Rd. (BZA-22-2021)
• Variance for front yard setback at 40 W. High St. (BZA-23-2021)

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved all five cases on the agenda, including variances for lot width and setbacks, a home occupation for a firearms license, and a shared driveway variance. The board also adopted the April 7, 2021 minutes and re-elected Bobby Powers as Chairman and Cindy Greene as Vice Chairman.

• Approved variance for 10.2 ft lot width at 104 Canyon Dr. (unanimous)
• Approved variances for 5 ft side yard and 23.8 ft lot width at 105 Canyon Dr. (unanimous)
• Approved Use Permitted on Review for Federal Firearms License at 1027 Orchard Hills Dr. (unanimous)
• Approved variance for three lots on shared driveway at Whitfield Rd. (passed, Powers abstained)
• Approved 35 ft front yard setback variance at 40 W. High St. (unanimous)
• Adopted April 7, 2021 minutes
• Re-elected Bobby Powers as Chairman (passed, Powers abstained)
• Elected Cindy Greene as Vice Chairman (unanimous)

Joint Economic & Community Development Board

The board will review an update on transportation projects and approve the minutes from the February 3, 2021, meeting. The agenda also includes open dialogue and general discussion.

• Approval of Feb 3, 2021 Meeting Minutes
• Transportation Projects Update

City Council

The council is considering multiple zoning changes, including residential development at Cedarcroft Drive and commercial use for Hilldale United Methodist Church. The agenda also includes a budget amendment to fund the Juneteenth holiday and appointments to various local boards. Additionally, the council will review plans for annexed territory near Shaw Drive.

• Rezoning of Cedarcroft Drive and Ussery Road to PUD-1 residential district
• Rezoning of Madison Street and Tanglewood Drive to C-2 commercial district
• Budget amendment to add funding for the Juneteenth holiday
• Renaming of Mammy Lane to Slattery Lane
• Acceptance of property donations for Applegrove 2 and Aspen Grove sewer pump stations

The Clarksville City Council held a special session on April 29, 2021, and considered Ordinance 93-2020-21, which would amend the official code regarding hiring outside counsel. Councilperson Allen moved to postpone action on the ordinance to a special session on or before May 13 for further evaluation. The motion passed with 8 ayes and 1 nay, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Postponed Ordinance 93-2020-21 (hiring outside counsel) to a special session on or before May 13 (8-1)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the first reading of Ordinance 93-2020-21, which amends the city code regarding the use of outside counsel. The proposal requires the city attorney to submit formal requests including cost estimates and liability exposure for council approval. It also mandates monthly reports on the status and expenses of legal matters involving outside firms.

• First reading of Ordinance 93-2020-21 regarding hiring outside counsel
• Requirement for city attorney to submit cost estimates and liability exposure for outside counsel requests
• Mandatory monthly reporting on the status and running totals of costs for matters involving outside counsel
• City Council authority to approve funding for outside counsel via majority vote

Economic Development Council

The Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council is holding a special meeting to discuss CEO negotiations and personnel matters. The agenda also includes consideration of a CBID architect consulting agreement and a tourism public relations position hire.

• CEO negotiations
• CBID Architect Consulting Agreement
• Tourism Public Relations Position Hire
• Personnel matter in Executive Session

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee is meeting to discuss the FY 2021 budget report and internal audit activity. The body will decide on the approval of the FY 2022 proposed budget and policy updates.

• Approval of FY 2022 Proposed Budget
• Discussion and approval of policy updates
• FY 2021 Budget Report
• Update on internal audit activity schedule and metrics

The Clarksville Audit Committee unanimously approved the FY 2022 proposed budget for the Internal Audit department, subject to further review by the Mayor, Finance Committee, and City Council. The committee also unanimously approved several policy updates, including changes to the Annual Risk Assessment, Planning Engagements, Performing Engagements, Engagement Supervision, and Monitoring Progress policies. The meeting was held electronically due to COVID-19, and the minutes from January 27, 2021 were adopted.

• Approved FY 2022 proposed budget (unanimous)
• Approved policy updates (unanimous)
• Approved electronic meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted January 27, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Airport Authority

The Clarksville Airport Authority will review the third quarter FY2021 financial statement and operating reports. The agenda includes discussions regarding the proposed FY22 budget, year-end budget transfers, and the Safety Complex.

• FY22 Proposed Budget and Capital Projects
• Year End Budget Transfers & Adjustment
• Safety Complex
• Approval of January 27, 2021 minutes

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing Ordinance 90-2020-21 regarding the hiring of outside counsel. The ordinance outlines new procedures for city attorneys to request and report on the use of external legal services.

• Ordinance 93-2020-21: Amending procedures for hiring outside counsel
• Requirement for city attorney requests to include cost estimates and liability exposure
• Mandatory monthly reporting on matters involving outside counsel

The Finance Committee voted to forward Ordinance 93-2020-21, which would amend the city code on hiring outside counsel, to the City Council with a recommendation of approval. A motion to postpone action to the next meeting failed. The committee also approved holding the meeting electronically due to COVID-19.

• Approved electronic meeting (4-0)
• Forwarded Ordinance 93-2020-21 to City Council with recommendation of approval
• Motion to postpone action on ordinance failed (0-4)

Power Board

The Clarksville Power Board is reviewing March monthly reports and committee recommendations. The agenda includes discussions on operating policies and several professional service contracts.

• Review of Operating Policy 3-6 (Holiday)
• Review of Operating Policy 2-1
• Professional service contracts including Capcon and Wright Tree Service
• Purchase requests for Zhone, Graybar, and Power Supply

Beer Board

The Clarksville Beer Board will consider several applications for new on-premise and joint beer permits. The meeting also includes reviews of parking lot permits, special events, and various alcohol-related citations.

• New beer permits for Aand E Bar & Lounge LLC, Don Jarro Mexican Bar and Grill, and others
• Special event permit for Kings Bluff Brewery on June 26, 2021
• Parking lot permit for Appleton Harley Davidson
• Citations for sale to minors at Taylor Mart, Circle K, Beach Oil, and El Supremo Supermercado
• Privilege tax citation for Wonderland Cafe

Regional Planning Commission

The commission is reviewing various rezoning requests for residential and commercial use across the city and county. The agenda also includes approvals for new subdivisions and site reviews for multifamily and industrial developments.

• Rezoning of Cedarcroft Drive and Ussery Road to a 6-lot residential PUD
• Rezoning from residential to commercial at Madison St. and Tanglewood Dr.
• Preliminary plat approval for Grant Farms, a 24-lot subdivision on 65.86 acres
• Revised preliminary plat approval for Liberty Park 7 and 8, totaling 168 lots
• Site review for Project Alice, a 159-acre distribution facility on Guthrie Highway

The Clarksville-Montgomery County Regional Planning Commission approved several zoning changes, including a 6-lot PUD on Cedarcroft Drive, a C-2 commercial rezoning for Hilldale United Methodist Church, and multiple R-1 residential rezonings. It also approved preliminary plats for subdivisions like Old Spees Acres (with conditions) and Grant Farms, and approved the FY 2021-2022 budget and a capital improvement plan. Several cases were deferred, including Z-18-2021, Z-21-2021, and Z-24-2021.

• Approved Z-10-2021: 6-lot PUD on Cedarcroft Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Z-13-2021: C-2 commercial rezoning for Hilldale United Methodist Church (unanimous)
• Approved Z-22-2021: R-1 rezoning on Evans Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Z-23-2021: R-2 rezoning for 40-lot subdivision near Viewmont Dr (unanimous)
• Approved CZ-7-2021 and CZ-8-2021: R-1 rezonings near Trough Springs Rd (unanimous)
• Approved S-4-2021: Preliminary plat for Old Spees Acres with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved S-29-2021: Preliminary plat for Grant Farms with variances (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2021-2022 budget and Montgomery County Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee reviewed department reports, including purchasing bids and legal expenditures. Members recommended several ordinances to the City Council regarding Juneteenth funding and CARES Act disbursements. The committee also voted against a proposed settlement for a former employee.

• Rejected a $75,000 settlement offer in the Erin Clark v. City case
• Approved a new Human Resources Administrative Support Assistant position with an annual cost not to exceed $49,914
• Recommended approval of ordinances for Juneteenth holiday funding and CARES Act funds to City Council
• Recommended an agreement with Bi-County Solid Waste Management to accept biosolids
• Reviewed a $235,000 design contract for a new CDE substation on Tiny Town Road

The Finance Committee recommended approval of three ordinances, including a water and sewer rate increase, and approved professional service contracts totaling over $272,000. The committee also heard reports on revenues, broadband finances, and legal expenditures. All votes were unanimous.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 96-2020-21 amending water/sewer rates (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 94-2020-21 accepting land donation for sewer pump station (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 95-2020-21 accepting land donation for sewer pump station (unanimous)
• Approved professional service contracts totaling $272,308 (reported)
• Approved electronic meeting and minutes (unanimous)

Economic Development Council

The Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council will hold a special meeting to consider rescinding a motion from April 19, 2021. If the previous motion is rescinded, the Board will consider a new motion to authorize negotiations with a CEO candidate.

• Motion to rescind April 19, 2021, authorization for CEO negotiations
• New motion to authorize negotiation with a CEO candidate

Power Board

The Budget and Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the 2021/2022 budget. The agenda contains only this topic and procedural items.

• 2021/2022 Budget

Gas & Water Board

The Gas & Water Committee is reviewing department reports, including recent bids and surplus property sales. The meeting also includes items for City Council action regarding water and sewer rate amendments and property donations for sewer pump stations.

• Ordinance 96-2021-22: Amending water and sewer rates
• Ordinance 94-2021-22: Accepting property donation from Larry Metcalf for a sewer pump station
• Ordinance 95-2021-22: Accepting property donation from Todd E. Morris for a sewer pump station
• Sale of surplus property on GovDeals.com totaling $3,070.00
• Bid award for Sodium Hypochlorite at $0.846/gallon

Power Board

The Personnel Committee meeting includes a discussion of 2021/2022 budget items. The provided agenda does not contain further details regarding specific expenditures or personnel matters.

• Discussion of 2021/2022 budget items

Parking Commission

The meeting includes financial and meter reports alongside a discussion on rate changes for Level 4A. Recent decisions include implementing colored hang tags for Cumberland and Transit garages effective July 1. The Commission also approved a temporary curbside space on 2nd Street near Hot Pita.

• New colored hang tag system for Cumberland and Transit Garages starting July 1
• Temporary curbside parking space approved on 2nd Street near Hot Pita
• Voiding of February 12 parking tickets due to meter malfunctions during ice storm
• Discussion regarding the transition of downtown parking management to Premier Parking

The Clarksville Parking Commission approved the March 16, 2021 minutes unanimously. Wayne Wilkinson appeared to appeal a parking ticket from April 7th. The commission reviewed financial reports showing $38,568 in March revenue and $33,069 in expenses, and discussed meter operations, garage changes effective July 1st, and a possible downtown transit circular. No new business was acted upon, and the commission voided 10 parking tickets while taking no action on 7 others.

• Approved March 16, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Voided 10 parking tickets (170209341, 170208889, 170209179, 170209102, 170208981, 170208983, 170208984, 170209061, 170209372, 170209205)
• Took no action on 7 parking tickets (170208884, 170209240, 170208895, 170209153, 170209269, 170209120, 170209157)
• Decided no rate change needed for Level 4A garages effective July 1st

Finance Committee

The Finance and Parks & Recreation Committees will consider an ordinance to sell approximately 142 acres of city-owned property near Exit 8 to Silicon Ranch Corporation. The sale is intended to allow for the development of a solar power generation facility to supply electricity to the Clarksville Department of Electricity Lightband (CDE).

• Ordinance 83-2020-21: Sale of approximately 142 acres near Exit 8 for $3,480,000.00 to Silicon Ranch Corporation
• CDE Solar Project presentation by Brian Taylor

The joint Finance and Parks & Recreation Committee approved forwarding Ordinance 83-2020-21 to the City Council, recommending the sale of 140 acres at the Clarksville Athletic Complex to Silicon Ranch Corporation for a solar power facility. The sale would generate $3.36 million for the recreational project, with a three-year purchase option. The committee also approved holding the meeting electronically due to COVID-19.

• Approved electronic meeting motion (8-0)
• Forwarded Ordinance 83-2020-21 to City Council with recommendation of approval (7-0, Garrett did not respond)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Finance and Parks & Recreation Committees will review a presentation on the CDE Solar Project. The committees will also consider an ordinance to authorize the sale of city-owned property near Exit 8 to Silicon Ranch Corporation.

• CDE Solar Project presentation by Brian Taylor
• Ordinance 83-20/2021: Sale of property near Exit 8 for solar power generation facility

The joint Finance and Parks & Recreation Committee voted to forward Ordinance 83-2020-21 to the City Council with a recommendation of approval. The ordinance authorizes selling 140 acres of the Clarksville Athletic Complex property near Exit 8 to Silicon Ranch Corporation for a solar power generation facility. The sale would generate $3.36 million for the recreational project, with a three-year purchase option of $10,000, $20,000, and $30,000 per year. The committee also approved holding the meeting electronically due to COVID-19.

• Approved electronic meeting due to COVID-19 (8-0)
• Forwarded Ordinance 83-2020-21 to City Council with recommendation of approval (7-0, Garrett did not respond)

Tree Board

The board is reviewing sub-committee responsibilities and receiving updates from the City Forester regarding Tennessee Tree Day. Members are also addressing a board vacancy and progress on the Urban Forestry Plan.

• $75,500 total budget request including $70,000 for city tree inventory software
• Discussion of Tree Board sub-committee responsibilities
• Progress update on the Urban Forestry Plan
• Upcoming Tennessee Tree Day event at Pettus Park pavilion

City Council

The council is reviewing second readings of ordinances to amend the FY21 Housing and Community Development budget using CARES Act funds. These amendments allocate money for emergency shelters, eviction prevention, and healthcare services. Additionally, the council will vote on board appointments and an ordinance regarding procedures for hiring outside counsel.

• Second reading of Ordinance 81-2020-21 to allocate $371,250 in ESG-CV funds for administration, Salvation Army, and Urban Ministries.
• Second reading of Ordinance 82-2020-21 to combine CDBG-CV Round 1 and Round 3 funds into a total award of $1,439,761.
• Approval of appointments to the Community Health Foundation and Board of Zoning Appeals.
• First reading of Ordinance 93-2020-21 regarding procedures for hiring outside counsel.

The Clarksville City Council held a special session and unanimously approved two CARES Act budget amendments for Housing and Community Development, totaling $1.438 million in HUD grants. The council also approved appointments to the Community Health Foundation and Board of Zoning Appeals, and postponed action on an ordinance regarding hiring outside counsel to a later special session.

• Approved electronic meeting for COVID-19 safety (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 68-2020-21 appointing Dr. Mark Trawinski to Community Health Foundation and Michael Long and Joe Shackeenab to Board of Zoning Appeals (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 81-2020-21 amending FY21 Housing and Community Development budget for CARES Act Part 1 funding ($600,000 HUD grant) (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 82-2020-21 amending FY21 Housing and Community Development budget for CARES Act Round 3 funding ($838,000 HUD grant) (unanimous)
• Postponed Ordinance 93-2020-21 on hiring outside counsel to a special session before April 30, 2021 (unanimous)

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will discuss planning for the Juneteenth celebration and review procedures for events. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the fiscal year 22 budget. Juanita Charles is scheduled to present information during public comment.

• Juneteenth celebration planning
• Fiscal year 22 budget discussions
• Review of bylaws revisions
• Review of future training events and procedures
• Public comment regarding Juneteenth Celebration

Housing & Community Development Committee

The committee is reviewing funding recommendations for the 2021-2022 CDBG application cycle. This includes evaluating proposals from 501(c)(3) organizations for community projects and services.

• $25,000 request by Community Action Agency for the Old Firehouse Day Shelter
• $250,000 request by Going Global for Kiana’s House at 1246 Paradise Hill Road
• $176,660 request by Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center for healthcare training

The Housing and Community Development Committee reviewed the Mayor's recommendations for the 2021-2022 CDBG and HOME funding application, including allocations for public services, housing rehabilitation, and facility projects. No final decisions were made; the recommendations are preliminary and subject to public hearings and City Council approval in June. The committee also approved the electronic meeting notice and adopted the March 2021 minutes.

• Approved electronic meeting notice due to COVID-19 (unanimous)
• Adopted March 8, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reviewed proposed CDBG funding recommendations, including $200,000 for Owner-Occupied Substantial Rehabilitation, $100,000 for Emergency Rehabilitation, $30,000 for Community Action Agency, and $200,000 for Clarksville Urban Ministries SafeHouse
• Discussed new programs including Accessibility Assistance ($25,000) and a Revolving Loan Fund for landlords
• No final decisions made on CDBG allocations; final recommendations pending after June 7, 2021

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee will discuss the timeline for the Regional Recreation Center. The meeting also includes staff introductions and a report on the Red River Trailhead Grand Opening.

• Regional Recreation Center timeline discussion
• Adoption of March 08, 2021 minutes
• Red River Trailhead Grand Opening report
• Introduction of new staff members

The Parks and Recreation Committee met via Zoom and approved the electronic meeting format and the March 8, 2021 minutes. No formal council action or new business was taken. The committee discussed the timeline for purchasing the original 10 acres for the regional recreation center, with an offer possible as early as the next day, and considered a letter of intent for the additional 10 acres. New staff members were introduced and the Red River East Trailhead Grand Opening was announced.

• Approved electronic meeting format (voice vote)
• Adopted March 8, 2021 minutes (voice vote)
• Discussed regional recreation center land purchase timeline
• Noted appraisal completed for original 10 acres
• Considered letter of intent for additional 10 acres

General

The CBID Planning & Development Committee will hold a scheduled meeting on April 9, 2021. The agenda contains no specific items for discussion or decision beyond general committee business. Due to COVID-19, the meeting is being held electronically via Webex.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Clarksville Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing multiple applications for zoning variances, setbacks, and land use permits. These include requests for a family home day care, a religious institution, and sidewalk requirement waivers. One application regarding Wilma Rudolph Blvd. was withdrawn.

• Use permit request for a Family Home Day Care at 241 Senator Drive
• Use permit request for a Religious Institution on South Second St.
• Front yard setback variances at 507 S. 1st St.
• Lot width variances for properties at 104 and 105 Canyon Dr.
• Request to waive sidewalk requirements at 451 Shelby St.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved five of the six variance and use-permit requests before it, denied none, and deferred two related requests involving properties on Canyon Drive. The board also adopted the March 3, 2021 minutes with an amendment, and discussed a new-business item about application process changes.

• Approved a use permit for a family day care home at 241 Senator Dr. (BZA-14-2021).
• Approved a use permit for a religious institution at South Second St. (BZA-15-2021), with Bobby Powers abstaining.
• Approved a 1.9-foot front yard setback variance at 1360 Highgrove Ln. (BZA-16-2021).
• Approved 25-foot and 23-foot front yard setback variances at 507 S. 1st St. (BZA-17-2021).
• Approved a sidewalk requirement waiver at 451 Shelby St. (BZA-20-2021), with Stacey Wenzler abstaining.
• Deferred for 30 days a lot width variance request at 104 Canyon Dr. (BZA-18-2021) pending city attorney review.
• Deferred for 30 days a side yard and lot width variance request at 105 Canyon Dr. (BZA-19-2021).
• Withdrawn: variance request at Wilma Rudolph Blvd. & N. Edgewood Place (BZA-10-2021) at applicant's request.

Ethics Commission

The commission will review four ethics complaints brought by Jeff Robinson involving Lance Baker and Joe Pitts. The meeting also includes discussions on hearing procedures and scheduling. Additionally, the body will approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Evaluation of complaints against Lance Baker
• Evaluation of complaint against Joe Pitts, Jeff Burkhart, Stacey Streetman, Valerie Guzman, Timothy Chandler, Jeff Henley, and Lance Baker
• Evaluation of complaint against Joe Pitts
• Discussion of hearing procedures and scheduling
• Adoption of written decisions from March 16, 2021

The Clarksville Ethics Commission approved minutes and adopted written decisions from prior meetings. It dismissed several ethics complaints brought by Jeff Robinson against Lance Baker, Joe Pitts, and others, while deferring one complaint against Baker for more information. The commission also postponed hearings on complaints against Richard Garrett until a new member is seated.

• Approved minutes of March 16, 2021, and September 16, 2020, meetings.
• Adopted six written decisions from the March 16, 2021, meeting.
• Deferred ruling on Aug. 21, 2020 complaint against Lance Baker; requested additional information from complainant.
• Dismissed Aug. 28, 2020 complaint against Lance Baker.
• Dismissed Aug. 28, 2020 complaint against Joe Pitts, Jeff Burkhart, Stacey Streetman, Valerie Guzman, Timothy Chandley, Jeff Henley, and Lance Baker; also dismissed Goodson, Burkhart, Guzman, Henley, and Chandler from the complaint.
• Dismissed all three violations in Sept. 8, 2020 complaint against Mayor Joe Pitts, dismissing the complaint in its entirety.
• Postponed scheduling hearings on complaints against Richard Garrett until a fifth commission member is seated.
• Scheduled next meeting for May 26, 2021, to evaluate Complaint No. 5 and review supplemental material for Complaint No. 1.

Economic Development Council

The Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council Board of Directors has called a special meeting for April 1, 2021. The board will meet to consider the FY22 budget and personnel matters.

• Consideration of FY22 Budget
• Consideration of Personnel

City Council

The City Council will review several applications to change property zoning from residential to multi-family or commercial districts. The agenda also includes budget amendments for CARES Act funding and a property sale at Exit 8.

• Rezoning requests for properties at Twin Rivers Road, Peachers Mill Road, and N. Ford Street
• Sale of property at Exit 8 to Silicon Ranch
• Budget amendments for CARES Act funding and Juneteenth holiday support
• Interlocal agreement with Guthrie, Kentucky, regarding the Todd County Natural Gas District
• Settlement of lawsuits involving Robinsons and/or Franklin Street Corporation

The Clarksville City Council held its regular session on April 1, 2021, taking action on multiple zoning ordinances, a short-term rental ordinance, and budget amendments. The council approved several first-reading zone changes, including one for property on Circle Hill Drive and Cave Springs Road, and another for property on Reynolds and Cedar Streets. A proposed short-term rental ordinance was defeated on second reading, and a resolution to postpone a charter amendment was passed.

• Approved first reading of zone change at Circle Hill Drive/Cave Springs Road (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of zone change at Reynolds Street/Cedar Street (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of zone change at Peachers Mill Road/Randell Drive (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of zone change at Peachers Mill Road/Henry Place (12-1)
• Approved first reading of zone change at N. Ford Street (8-4)
• Denied first reading of zone change at Twin Rivers Road/Nolen Road (6-7)
• Denied second reading of short-term rental ordinance (6-7)
• Approved second reading of budget transfer for Regional Community Center (8-5)

City Council

The Council will hold public hearings on seven rezoning applications for residential and commercial uses. The agenda also includes budget amendments for housing programs and the sale of property at Exit 8 to Silicon Ranch.

• Rezoning requests for properties including Twin Rivers Road and Nolen Road
• Sale of property at Exit 8 to Silicon Ranch
• Budget amendments for CARES Act program funding
• Interlocal agreement with the City of Guthrie, Kentucky
• Settlement of Robinsons and/or Franklin Street Corporation v. City lawsuits

Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Board of Directors of the Clarksville Montgomery County Convention and Visitors Bureau has scheduled a virtual meeting for March 25, 2021. The provided notice does not list specific items for discussion or decision.

• No specific agenda items were listed in the public notice

Economic Development Council

The Board of Directors for the Economic Development Council is holding a special-called meeting. The purpose of this meeting is to deliberate on the search for a new CEO.

• Deliberation on the CEO search

Power Board

The Power Board will review February minutes, monthly reports, and division updates. The agenda also includes discussions regarding professional service contracts and various purchase requests.

• Review of February Power Board minutes and monthly report
• Contracts for MyBundle.TV services including Plume, Star, Silicon Ranch, and Findley
• Purchase requests for WESCO, Ford of Murfreesboro, and M&M Guaranteed Cleaning Service
• Discussion regarding Operating Policy 2-1
• Updates on the Electric and Broadband divisions

Beer Board

The Clarksville Beer Board meeting includes several citations regarding privilege taxes and sales to minors. The agenda also notes an item for Appleton Harley Davidson. No new permits or special events are listed.

• Privilege tax citations for multiple businesses including AJ’s Bar LLC and Hilton Garden Inn
• Sale to minor citations for O’Charley’s, La Plaza Mexican Restaurant, and Sakura
• Exterior advertising citation for Don Pancho

Regional Planning Commission

The Regional Planning Commission is reviewing multiple rezoning applications and preliminary plat approvals for Clarksville and Montgomery County. These items include proposals for multi-family housing, single-family estates, and commercial developments.

• Rezoning of Cedarcroft Drive and Ussery Road property to a 6-lot residential PUD
• Preliminary plat approval for Ireland Hills (Cluster) with 254 lots on 120.81 acres
• Rezoning near Twin Rivers Rd and Nolen Rd from R-1 to R-4 for condo development
• Preliminary plat approval for The Quarry Sections 1 & 2 with 176 lots on 52.73 acres
• Rezoning of Madison St and Tanglewood Dr property from R-1 to C-5 commercial district

The Clarksville-Montgomery County Regional Planning Commission approved several rezoning requests, including R-4 multifamily and R-6 single-family districts, and recommended approval of multiple subdivision plats. It also approved updates to subdivision regulations and deferred several cases. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on a subdivision case.

• Approved rezoning to R-4 for condos at Twin Rivers Rd. & Nolen Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to R-6 for affordable housing at Circle Hill Dr. & Cave Springs Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to R-6 for 4 new houses at Reynolds St. & Cedar St. (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to R-4 for multifamily at Peachers Mill Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to C-5 commercial at Peachers Mill Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to R-4 for multifamily at N. Ford St. (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning to R-4 for 48 units at Martin St. (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision regulations update allowing shared driveways for 3 properties (unanimous)

Transportation, Streets, Garage Committee

The committee is reviewing transit ridership reports, street maintenance updates, and garage expenses. Discussions include the upcoming spring yard waste removal service and progress on capital projects like Whitfield Road improvements.

• Spring yard waste removal available March 15 through April 19
• Whitfield Road Improvements bidding process starting March 25
• Mosquito control services scheduled from April 1 to October 31
• February transit ridership totaled 26,564 on fixed routes
• City-wide vehicle expenses for February totaled $194,861.41

The Transportation, Streets, and Garage Committee approved electronic meetings and the January 2021 minutes. They changed their regular meeting time to the 4th Wednesday of the month at 3:00 pm. The committee received reports on transit ridership, finances, street projects, and garage operations, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved electronic meetings due to Covid-19 and the Governor's Executive Order.
• Approved the January 2021 Transportation minutes.
• Changed the committee meeting to the 4th Wednesday of the month at 3:00 pm.

Finance Committee

The committee reviewed budget amendments for housing grants and a new human resources position. Members also discussed professional service contracts and legal expenditures. A decision on establishing Juneteenth as a city holiday was postponed.

• Postponed vote on Ordinance 74-2020-21 to add Juneteenth as a holiday
• Recommended approval of HCD budget amendment for THDA Grant funding
• Proposed new Human Resources Administrative Support Assistant position ($49,914)
• Contract award for Fire Admin/Training Building investigation ($8,300)
• Reported $10.7 million in revenues exceeding expenditures for FY21

The Finance Committee forwarded several items to the City Council with recommendations of approval, including Juneteenth holiday funding (3-2), CARES Act budget amendments, and a TBI task force MOU. It also approved a new HR position and postponed action on an Internal Service Fund ordinance. A $75,000 settlement offer for a former employee was rejected after an amendment to approve it failed.

• Approved new HR Administrative Support Assistant position (5-0)
• Forwarded Juneteenth holiday funding ordinance to Council (3-2)
• Postponed Internal Service Fund ordinance to August (5-0)
• Forwarded Bi County Waste biosolids agreement to Council (5-0)
• Forwarded CARES Act Part 1 funding ordinance to Council (5-0)
• Forwarded CARES Act Round 3 funding ordinance to Council (5-0)
• Forwarded TBI Task Force MOU to Council (5-0)
• Rejected $75,000 settlement offer for Erin Clark (0-4)

City Council

The Clarksville City Council held a special session via Google Meets due to COVID-19 protocols. The meeting included a discussion regarding the results of recent mediation in the case Robinson v. City.

• Discussion of Robinson v. City mediation outcome
• Approval of electronic meeting format

The Clarksville City Council held a special session to discuss the Robinson et al. v. City lawsuits but took no formal action. Members debated settlement amounts, with suggestions ranging from $275,000 to $525,000, and discussed process rules for a future vote. The meeting was discussion-only; no settlement was approved or denied.

• Approved the electronic meeting format for the session, unanimously.
• Discussed, but did not vote on, settling the three Robinson lawsuits; no agreement was reached.
• Heard that a prior $650,000 offer for the first State Court action was rejected by the plaintiff.
• Noted that any future settlement must be in writing and published before a vote.

Housing & Community Development Committee

The committee is conducting public evaluations for the 2021-2022 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application process. This involves reviewing proposals submitted through ZoomGrants to determine funding recommendations.

• Public evaluation of 2021-2022 CDBG applications
• Estimated CDBG entitlement amount of $1,021,544

The Housing and Community Development Committee met to review seven eligible Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) proposals from local nonprofits, including requests for homeless services, transitional housing, and job training. No funding decisions were made; the committee will submit evaluation scores by March 23, and funding recommendations will be presented to the Mayor and City Council on April 12. One proposal from Parks and Recreation was deemed ineligible because the project area did not meet the required 51% low-moderate income threshold.

• Approved electronic meeting due to COVID-19 (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of February 8, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Reviewed 7 eligible CDBG proposals; no funding decisions made
• Determined Parks and Recreation proposal ineligible (area benefit 45.30% low-moderate income)
• Set deadline for committee evaluation sheets: March 23, 2021

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review monthly reports from the Building & Codes, Police, and Fire Rescue departments. The agenda also includes a resolution for City Council action regarding a partnership with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation.

• Resolution 62-2020-21: Memorandum of understanding between Clarksville and TBI Criminal Investigation Division Task Force
• Monthly reports from Building & Codes, Police, and Fire Rescue departments

The Public Safety Committee unanimously approved Resolution 62-2020-21, a reimbursement MOU with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation to create a specialized taskforce focused on human trafficking. The committee also heard reports from the Building & Codes, Police, and Fire & Rescue departments. The April 21, 2021 meeting was cancelled due to no department items being submitted.

• Approved Resolution 62-2020-21, a reimbursement MOU with TBI for a human trafficking taskforce, on first reading
• Unanimously approved minutes from the January 20, 2021 meeting
• Noted the April 21, 2021 meeting was cancelled due to no department items

Access Management Board of Appeals

The Board is reviewing an appeal regarding a denied access permit for a multi-family development at 1625 Golf Club Lane. The applicant requests access via Golf Club Lane because Colonial Ct has poor sight visibility and steep topography.

• Access permit appeal for 1625 Golf Club Lane

Gas & Water Board

The board is reviewing resolutions for interlocal agreements with the City of Guthrie, Kentucky, and Bi-County Solid Waste Management. The meeting also includes reviews of departmental financials and recent infrastructure contract bids.

• Agreement with Guthrie, KY, for Todd County Natural Gas District
• Agreement with Bi-County Solid Waste Management for biosolids acceptance
• $4,736,670.00 bid for New Meadowbrook WW Storage Facility
• $722,380.00 bid for College Street Combined Sewer Replacement
• $12,340.00 fee increase for Main Complex Fire & Security System Replacement

Ethics Commission

The commission will review new ethics complaints presented by Paige Lyle. Members will also evaluate five specific complaints filed between January and February 2021 against Wallace Redd, Richard Garrett, and Vondell Richmond.

• Complaint against Wallace Redd (Jan 26)
• Complaint against Richard Garrett (Feb 4)
• Complaint against Vondell Richmond (Feb 22)
• Complaint against Vondell Richmond (Feb 26)

The Clarksville Ethics Commission voted 5-0 to dismiss four ethics complaints for not stating a violation of the Ethics Code, and voted 5-0 to move two complaints against Richard Garrett forward to a hearing. The commission also approved the minutes of the March 2, 2021 meeting and discussed postponing a hearing date for the Garrett complaint pending an ongoing investigation. The next meeting is scheduled for April 7, 2021.

• Approved minutes of the March 2, 2021 meeting.
• Dismissed complaint by Margaret Anne Thompson against Wallace Redd (5-0).
• Dismissed complaint by Orlandes Stegall against Wallace Redd (5-0).
• Moved complaint by James Lewis against Richard Garrett forward to a hearing (5-0).
• Dismissed complaint by Janice Crews against Vondell Richmond (5-0).
• Dismissed complaint by Sara Anderson against Vondell Richmond (5-0).
• Moved new complaint by Bruce Griffey against Richard Garrett forward to a hearing (5-0).
• Agreed to hold next meeting on April 7, 2021.

Parking Commission

The commission will review potential rate changes for Level 4A of the Cumberland Garage and address unassigned spaces at the Transit Garage. The agenda also includes items regarding temporary curbside parking on 2nd Street and tickets from February 12th.

• Rate change for Level 4A
• Temporary curbside parking space on 2nd Street
• Unassigned spaces at Cumberland and Transit Garage
• Review of tickets from February 12th

The Clarksville Parking Commission approved a temporary curbside parking space on 2nd Street for Hot Pita during Blackhorse restoration, made Cumberland and Transit Garage spaces unassigned with color-coded hang tags effective July 1, tabled a rate change for Level 4A, and voted to void most tickets from February 12th due to frozen meters. The commission also discussed the upcoming transition of downtown parking management to Premier Parking, with a guest opposing it.

• Approved temporary curbside space on 2nd Street (closest to Franklin Street) for Hot Pita during Blackhorse restoration
• Approved making Cumberland and Transit Garage spaces unassigned with specific colored hang tags, effective July 1
• Tabled rate change for Level 4A
• Voided all tickets from February 12th except those for reserved hang tags, parked facing wrong direction, and other
• Approved minutes from February 24th, 2021
• Voided ticket 501641
• Took no action on tickets 170208566, 170111004, 170111083, 170208478

Human Relations Commission

The commission will discuss the fiscal year 2021 budget and planning for fiscal year 2022. The meeting also includes updates on meetings with the Mayor's office and legal matters including bylaws revisions.

• Budget discussion for fiscal year 2021 and planning for fiscal year 2022
• Update on legal matters including bylaws revisions, conflicts of interest, and contracts
• Selection process for speakers and consultants
• Update on meetings with the Mayor's office and committee chairs

Common Design Review Board

The board will review two historic zoning applications. One involves exterior repairs and window replacements at 305 Main Street. The other proposes demolishing a condemned house to build a new residence at 61 Union Street.

• Exterior repairs and window changes for 305 Main Street (Case HZ-2-2021)
• Demolition of a condemned home and new construction at 61 Union Street (Case HZ-3-2021)

Tree Board

The Clarksville Tree Board will discuss the board budget and receive updates from the City Forester. The meeting includes a recap of the Arbor Day tree giveaway and planning for Tennessee Tree Day at APSU/Pettus Park.

• Tree Board Budget discussion
• Tennessee Tree Day at APSU/Pettus Park (March 19-20)
• Arbor Day tree giveaway recap at Trahern Mansion
• City Forester update
• Urban Forestry Plan review

The Tree Board approved a motion to add $500 to the tree purchase line item in its budget request, increasing the total request to $75,500, which includes $70,000 for a city tree inventory with management software. The board also discussed plans for the Arbor Day tree give-away and noted 19 registrations for the Citizen Forester course.

• Approved motion to hold meeting virtually due to Covid (passed)
• Approved February minutes (passed)
• Approved adding $500 to tree purchase line item in budget request (passed)
• Budget request total set at $75,500, including $70,000 for tree inventory software

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee will meet via Zoom to adopt minutes from February 08, 2021. The agenda features department reports regarding human resources and project updates.

• Introduction of new staff members Justin Brown, John Hotchkiss, and Chris Stachewicz
• Human Resources Report
• Projects Update

The Parks and Recreation Committee met via Zoom due to COVID-19 and approved the electronic meeting format. They also adopted the minutes from the February 8, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included staff introductions and project updates.

• Approved electronic meeting due to COVID-19 (motion by Garrett, second by Reynolds)
• Adopted February 8, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Reynolds, second by Garrett)

Economic Development Council

The Executive Committee of the Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council is holding a special meeting. The committee will consider matters related to the search for a new CEO. Due to COVID-19, the meeting is being held electronically via Webex.

• matters related to the CEO Search

City Council

The Clarksville City Council is reviewing several zoning amendments and ordinance readings. The agenda also includes budget amendments for road improvements and the establishment of a Sustainability Board.

• Rezoning property near West High Street to C-2 General Commercial District
• Ordinance designating Juneteenth and Emancipation Day as City holidays
• Budget amendment for Hazelwood Road and Needmore Road improvements
• Establishing the Clarksville Sustainability Board
• Renaming Mammy Lane to Slattery Lane

The Clarksville City Council approved Juneteenth as a City holiday on second reading, but rejected a separate measure to make August 8 Emancipation Day a City holiday. The Council also adopted several zoning ordinance changes, including one for property near Crossland Avenue and West High Street, and another for property at Beechwood Drive and Beech Drive. A resolution to rename Mammy Lane to Slattery Lane was postponed to the May 2021 session.

• Adopted Ordinance 64A-2020-21, designating Juneteenth as a City holiday.
• Failed to adopt Ordinance 64B-2020-21, designating Emancipation Day (August 8) as a City holiday.
• Adopted Ordinance 76-2020-21, changing zoning on property south of Crossland Avenue to C-2 General Commercial.
• Adopted Ordinance 77-2020-21, changing zoning on property at Beechwood Drive and Beech Drive to R-2 Single Family Residential.
• Adopted Ordinance 61-2020-21, amending zoning bulk regulations and setbacks, as amended.
• Postponed Resolution 53-2020-21, renaming Mammy Lane to Slattery Lane, to the May 2021 session.
• Adopted Resolution 56-2020-21, declaring Clarksville a 2nd Amendment Sanctuary City.
• Adopted Resolution 57-2020-21, as amended, requesting state and local officials focus on equity and equality.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider six applications for property variances and land use changes. These include requests to adjust yard setbacks at several locations and a request for a family day care home.

• Family Day Care Home application for 247 Pine Mountain Rd.
• Front yard setback variance for 204 Al Oerter Dr.
• Front yard setback variance for Wilma Rudolph Blvd. & N. Edgewood Place
• Setback variances for properties on 10th St., Gupton Ct., and Gupton Ln.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved five variance requests and deferred one. Approved: a 15-foot front setback variance at 204 Al Oerter Dr.; a Family Day Care Home use permit at 247 Pine Mountain Rd.; a 25-foot front and 10-foot rear setback variance at 107 10th St.; a 25-foot and 30-foot front setback variance at 1224 Gupton Ct.; and a 25-foot front setback variance at 1163 Gupton Ln. The board deferred a request for an 18.8-foot setback variance at Wilma Rudolph Blvd. & N. Edgewood Place for 30 days at the applicant's request. The board also adopted the February 3, 2021 minutes and approved meeting electronically due to COVID-19.

• Approved a 15-foot front yard setback variance for 204 Al Oerter Dr. (BZA-08-2021), with Bobby Powers abstaining.
• Approved a Use Permitted on Review for a Family Day Care Home at 247 Pine Mountain Rd. (BZA-09-2021), unanimously.
• Deferred a request for an 18.8-foot front yard setback variance at Wilma Rudolph Blvd. & N. Edgewood Place (BZA-10-2021) for 30 days, unanimously.
• Approved a 25-foot front and 10-foot rear yard setback variance for 107 10th St. (BZA-11-2021), unanimously.
• Approved a 25-foot and 30-foot front yard setback variance for 1224 Gupton Ct. (BZA-12-2021), unanimously.
• Approved a 25-foot front yard setback variance for 1163 Gupton Ln. (BZA-13-2021), unanimously.
• Adopted the February 3, 2021 meeting minutes as written.
• Adopted a motion to hold meetings electronically due to COVID-19, unanimously.

Ethics Commission

The commission will elect a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary. The meeting includes a review of the City of Clarksville Code of Ethics and a presentation on ethics complaints filed to date.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
• Review of ethics complaint procedures
• Presentation of ethics complaints filed to date

The Clarksville Ethics Commission elected officers, with Ms. Bridgett Childs as Chair, Ms. Suzanne Marsh as Vice Chair, and Bishop Anthony Alfred as Secretary, all by unanimous vote. The Commission reviewed the City Code and complaint procedures, and heard a presentation on the ten ethics complaints filed to date. It agreed to move future meetings to 4:00 pm, with the next meeting scheduled for March 16, 2021, to focus on complaints 6-10. No other business was conducted.

• Elected Ms. Bridgett Childs as Chairperson unanimously
• Elected Ms. Suzanne Marsh as Vice Chairperson unanimously
• Elected Bishop Anthony Alfred as Secretary unanimously
• Agreed to move meeting times to 4:00 pm
• Scheduled next meeting for March 16, 2021 at 4:00 pm
• Adjourned meeting at 11:00 am

City Council

The council will meet via Google Meets to discuss various city ordinances and resolutions. Agenda items include property rezoning requests, road improvement funding, and the establishment of a Sustainability Board. Some previously discussed zoning and housing items have been postponed.

• Rezoning property south of Crossland Avenue from industrial/residential to commercial
• Budget amendment for Hazelwood Road and Needmore Road improvements
• Designating Juneteenth and Emancipation Day as City holidays
• Renaming Mammy Lane to Slattery Lane
• Establishing the Clarksville Sustainability Board

Economic Development Council

The CBID Planning & Development Committee met on February 24, 2021, to consider the CBID Budget for Fiscal Year 2022. Due to COVID-19, the meeting was held electronically via Webex.

• Consideration of the CBID Budget for Fiscal Year 2022

Parking Commission

The Clarksville Parking Commission is holding a routine meeting via Zoom, rescheduled from February 16 due to COVID-19. The agenda includes adoption of minutes, public comments, financial and meter reports, and old business on an electric vehicle charging station. No new business or voiding requests are listed.

• Public comments (limit 5 minutes each)
• Financial Report
• Meter Report
• Electric Vehicle Charging Station discussion

The Clarksville Parking Commission met on February 24, 2021, and approved the minutes of the previous meeting. They received financial and meter reports, discussed converting an electric vehicle charging space to a curbside space, and agreed to draft a written inclement weather policy for future consideration. No formal votes were taken on new policies or contracts.

• Approved February 24, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed making EV charging space a curbside space (no vote)
• Agreed to draft inclement weather policy for future vote

Economic Development Council

The Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council Finance Committee is holding a special-called meeting. The committee will consider the EDC Audit Report and the FY22 Budget. Due to COVID-19, the meeting will be held electronically via Webex.

• Consideration of the EDC Audit Report
• Consideration of the FY22 Budget

Power Board

The Power Board will review the January minutes and monthly report. The agenda includes discussions regarding internet service and the Exit 8 Substation land purchase. Updates on the electric, broadband, and customer service divisions are also scheduled.

• Exit 8 Substation Land Purchase
• January Power Board Minutes
• January Monthly Report
• Meter Management SMA Renewal
• Internet Service programming

Beer Board

The Clarksville Beer Board is meeting to consider applications for several new on-premise beer permits. The agenda also includes reviewing joint citations regarding exterior advertising.

• New permit: Uncle Settle’s Fish, Chicken and more (1108 Franklin St)
• New permit: Yellowtail Ramen & Aburi (220 Tiny Town Rd Suite 106)
• New permit: Mizu Lin Inc DBA Mizu (1525 Wilma Rudolph Blvd)
• New permit: Dock 17, LLC (2231 Madison St Suite D)
• Joint citations for exterior advertising at Infinity and The Spott

Regional Planning Commission

The Clarksville-Montgomery County Regional Planning Commission is considering multiple rezoning applications for residential and commercial uses. The agenda also includes reviews of several new subdivision plats, ranging from small lot developments to large projects like Ireland Hills. Additionally, the commission will discuss text amendments regarding driveways, private roads, and easements.

• Rezoning request for C-2 General Commercial near Crossland Avenue
• Proposed 176-lot subdivision at The Quarry Sections 1 & 2
• Proposed 254-lot subdivision at Ireland Hills
• Text amendment regarding driveways, private roads, and easement specifications
• Rezoning request for an event center on Guthrie Road

The Regional Planning Commission recommended approval of two zoning changes: Z-6-2021 (M-1/R-3 to C-2 General Commercial, 2.79 acres south of Crossland Avenue) and Z-9-2021 (R-1 to R-2, .66 acres on Beech Drive). The commission also approved a zoning ordinance text amendment (ZO-1-2021) and a zoning resolution text amendment (CZO-1-2021) regarding driveways, private roads, and easements. Twelve zoning cases (Z-10 through Z-18, CZ-3, CZ-4) and two subdivision cases (S-4, S-5) were deferred for 30 days.

• Approved rezoning Z-6-2021 (M-1/R-3 to C-2) for property south of Crossland Avenue, east of Bradley Street, and north/south of West High Street.
• Approved rezoning Z-9-2021 (R-1 to R-2) for property on the east side of Beech Drive.
• Approved zoning ordinance text amendment ZO-1-2021 (driveways, private roads, easements).
• Approved zoning resolution text amendment CZO-1-2021 (driveways, private roads, easements, guest houses).
• Deferred 12 zoning cases (Z-10-2021 through Z-18-2021, CZ-3-2021, CZ-4-2021) for 30 days.
• Deferred subdivision cases S-4-2021 (Old Spees Acres) and S-5-2021 (The Quarry) for 30 days.
• Approved preliminary plats for S-6, S-7, S-8, S-9, S-10, S-12, and S-13, with conditions.
• Approved site reviews SR-32-2020, SR-3 through SR-10, with conditions.

Finance Committee

The committee reviewed department reports, legal expenditures, and recent contract awards. Proposed ordinances include amending the FY21 budget for Juneteenth holiday support and a housing grant.

• Ordinance 74-2020-21: Amending FY21 budget to add funding for the Juneteenth holiday
• Liberty Park Remediation Phase II contract award of $695,315.00
• College Street Combined Sewer Replacement contract award of $768,814.39
• Pea Ridge Road and Pollard Road Water Main Improvements contract award of $339,244.32
• Ordinance 75-2020-21: Amending FY21 Housing & Community Development Budget for a THDA Grant

The Finance Committee unanimously postponed a vote on an ordinance adding $18,000 to support a Juneteenth city holiday, deferring action until after the City Council's second reading. The committee also forwarded a housing grant budget amendment to the City Council with a recommendation of approval. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports on purchasing, finances, electricity, and legal expenditures.

• Postponed vote on Juneteenth holiday funding ordinance (unanimous)
• Forwarded FY21 Housing & Community Development budget amendment for THDA grant to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved electronic meeting due to COVID-19 (unanimous)
• Adopted January 26, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Designations Committee

The Designations Committee met to consider Resolution 53-2020-21. This resolution proposes changing the official name of Mammy Lane to Slattery Lane at the request of Councilperson Richard Garrett.

• Resolution 53-2020-21: Renaming Mammy Lane to Slattery Lane

Regional Planning Commission

The Historic Zoning Commission and Common Design Review Board met virtually on February 22, 2021. The agenda includes an application to develop the property at 304 N. 2nd Street with a new three-story building for use as a restaurant.

• Case DDR-1-2021: Request for a new three-story building and site improvements for a restaurant at 304 N. 2nd Street

Access Management Board of Appeals

The Access Management Board of Appeals will consider a case regarding property at 1625 Golf Club Ln. The applicant is requesting access on Golf Club Ln because sight visibility is poor on Colonial Ct.

• Access request for 1625 Golf Club Ln

Access Management Board of Appeals

The Access Management Board of Appeals will consider Case 2021-01 regarding property at 1625 Golf Club Ln. The applicant is requesting access on Golf Club Ln due to poor sight visibility on Colonial Ct.

• Case 2021-01: Access request for 1625 Golf Club Ln