Cookeville public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Cookeville City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 19, 2024, to consider several items including appointments to boards, a rezoning ordinance on second reading, and multiple water utility contracts. The council will also receive a report on debt obligations for General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024.

• Second and final reading of Ordinance O24-11-25 rezoning 3429 Lee Seminary Road from RS-20 to CI (Commercial-Industrial Mixed-Use)
• Reappointments to the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals, and appointments to the Sewer Regulations Appeals Board
• Authorizing engineering contract for Interstate Drive water line replacement from Humble Drive to Walnut Avenue
• Authorizing engineering contract for a capacity upgrade to the Cane Creek Pump Station
• Authorizing Change Order #1 for the 2023 S. Jefferson Ave. Waterline Replacement (I-40 to Reagan Street)

The council approved the rezoning of 3429 Lee Seminary Road from RS-20 to CI on final reading, and authorized several water infrastructure contracts including design and upgrade projects. All votes were unanimous. The council also received a report on the General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024.

• Approved rezoning 3429 Lee Seminary Road to CI (5-0)
• Reappointed Kay Starkweather to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Reappointed Connie McCormick to Board of Zoning Appeals (5-0)
• Appointed Justin Tayes and reappointed Scott Nicholson to Sewer Regulations Appeals Board (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including SCADA upgrade contract with MR Systems for $49,580 (5-0)
• Authorized engineering contract with Clinton Engineering for Interstate Drive water line design ($48,000) (5-0)
• Authorized engineering contract with CTI Engineers for Cane Creek Pump Station upgrade ($224,400) (5-0)
• Authorized Change Order #1 for S. Jefferson Ave waterline replacement, increasing contract to $6,351,048 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Cookeville Planning Commission approved the final plat for 1100 Willow South, an 8-lot commercial development on South Willow Avenue and Green Gate Lane, with conditions including utility easements and plat revisions. The commission also approved a consent agenda granting six-month extensions for preliminary plats of Ashbury Farms Phase I and Creekside subdivisions. Two preliminary plats—West End Neighborhood Phase IV and Big Oak Tree Commons—were postponed to the January 27, 2025 meeting. The meeting was otherwise routine, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved final plat for 1100 Willow South, 8-lot commercial development (unanimous)
• Approved 6-month extension for Ashbury Farms Subdivision Phase I preliminary plat (unanimous)
• Approved 6-month extension for Creekside preliminary plat (unanimous)
• Postponed West End Neighborhood Phase IV preliminary plat to January 27, 2025 (unanimous)
• Postponed Big Oak Tree Commons preliminary plat to January 27, 2025 (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to discuss requests for property setbacks and lot area requirements. The body will determine if these requests meet the criteria for variances from existing zoning codes.

• Variance request to reduce side yard setback from 25 feet to 22 feet at 803 Clay Avenue
• Variance request to reduce minimum lot area from 10,000 to 9,008 square feet for a duplex at 325 Highland Avenue

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved two variance requests. The first allows a 3-foot reduction in the street side setback for a new home at 803 Clay Avenue. The second conditionally approves a 992-square-foot lot area reduction for a proposed duplex at 325 Highland Avenue, subject to right-of-way dedication. Both votes were unanimous.

• Approved variance to reduce street side setback from 25 ft to 22 ft at 803 Clay Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved conditional variance to reduce minimum lot area from 10,000 sq ft to 9,008 sq ft at 325 Highland Avenue (unanimous)

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing and consider first reading of an ordinance to rezone 3429 Lee Seminary Road from RS-20 (Single-Family Residential) to CI (Commercial-Industrial Mixed-Use). The consent agenda includes a $90,000 appraisal contract with Colliers LLC for the West Stevens Street Improvement Project, along with bids for electric wire and transformers, a catering service contract, and declaring surplus vehicles.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance O24-11-25 to rezone 3429 Lee Seminary Road to Commercial-Industrial Mixed-Use.
• Professional Service Agreement with Colliers LLC for appraisals on West Stevens Street Improvement Project, not to exceed $90,000.
• Awarding bid for 350 TPX URD wire – Energy Department/Electric Division.
• Awarding bid for transformers – Energy Department/Electric Division.
• Awarding bid for full catering service for 2025 Father/Daughter Date Night – Leisure Services Department.

The Cookeville City Council approved on first reading an ordinance to rezone 17.04 acres at 3429 Lee Seminary Road from RS-20 (Single-Family Residential) to CI (Commercial-Industrial Mixed-Use) for the Willows Shopping Center. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included a $90,000 appraisal agreement with Colliers for the West Stevens Street Improvement Project, bids for electric wire and transformers, a catering contract for the 2025 Father/Daughter Date Night, and declaring surplus vehicles and equipment. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved first reading of Ordinance #024-11-25 rezoning 3429 Lee Seminary Road to CI (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $90,000 appraisal agreement with Colliers (5-0)
• Awarded bid for 350 TPX URD wire to Border States (5-0)
• Awarded bid for transformers to Border States (5-0)
• Awarded catering bid for Father/Daughter Date Night to Vinnie T's Catering (5-0)
• Declared surplus vehicles and equipment from Leisure Services (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on a resolution for an infrastructure agreement and grant to the Industrial Development Board for public upgrades at the Willows Shopping Center. Other new business includes awarding bids for the Performing Arts Center and Dogwood Park improvements, a service agreement with a pipeline company, and two sewer/water projects. Consent agenda items cover a truck purchase and declaring a garbage truck surplus.

• Resolution R24-11-28 for infrastructure agreement and grant for Willows Shopping Center
• Bid award for Cookeville Performing Arts Center & Dogwood Park improvements to HD Commercial
• Service agreement with Texas Eastern Transmission, LP for pipeline
• Bid award for 2024 Spring Street Storm & Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project
• Purchase of one 2024 Ford F-350 truck with service body via Statewide Bid Contract #209

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider four variance requests and one special exception. Items include reducing setbacks for an addition at 621 Maxwell Street, a wider access for that same property, a side yard reduction for proposed Fire Hall #2 at 1806 North Washington Avenue, and a special exception for a used auto dealer at 1860 West Broad Street. The board will also approve the previous meeting's minutes.

• Variance to reduce front and rear setbacks for an addition to a nonconforming structure at 621 Maxwell Street
• Variance to allow a 70-foot access width (40-foot max) at 621 Maxwell Street
• Variance to reduce side yard setback from 30 to 23 feet for Fire Hall #2 at 1806 North Washington Avenue
• Special exception to allow a used auto dealer at 1860 West Broad Street

City Council

The Cookeville City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on second reading of two ordinances: one rezoning properties at 220 West 2nd Street and Montgomery Avenue from Medical Services to Local Commercial, and another amending the city's budgets for the current fiscal year. Other new business includes a proposed purchase of a virtual reality training simulator for the police department and authorizing substation projects with Liberty Power Services. A public hearing is also set for December 5 on a future rezoning of 3429 Lee Seminary Road to Commercial-Industrial Mixed-Use.

• Second reading and public hearing for Ordinance O24-10-23 rezoning 220 West 2nd Street and Montgomery Avenue from MS to CL
• Second reading and public hearing for Ordinance O24-10-24 amending General Fund, State Street Aid Fund, and Drug Fund budgets for FY2025
• Public hearing date set (Dec 5, 2024) for Ordinance O24-11-25 rezoning 3429 Lee Seminary Road from RS-20 to CI
• Proposal to purchase a Virtual Reality Training Simulator for the Police Department
• Authorization for City Manager to execute work authorization with Liberty Power Services for substation projects

City Council

The Cookeville City Council will hold public hearings on a rezoning and a budget amendment, then vote on issuing up to $20 million in general obligation bonds for 2024-2025. Other actions include awarding construction bids for new fire stations and a pickleball project, renewing a Medicare Advantage plan, and adopting a commercial solid waste container agreement.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance O24-10-23 to rezone 220 West 2nd Street and Montgomery Avenue from MS to CL
• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance O24-10-24 amending budgets for General Fund, State Street Aid Fund, and Drug Fund
• Authorizing Holland & Knight LLP as Bond Counsel for up to $20,000,000 General Obligation Bonds Series 2024 and 2025
• Considering Resolution R24-10-25 for issuance of not to exceed $20,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds
• Approving bid for construction of Fire Stations 2 & 3 (W&O Construction) and authorizing notice to proceed

City Council

The Cookeville City Council will vote on a resolution authorizing up to $20,000,000 in general obligation bonds. They will also set an October 24 public hearing for rezoning two properties on West 2nd Street and Montgomery Avenue. The consent agenda includes renewing a Microsoft 365 subscription, awarding bids for electrical equipment, and purchasing trucks and de-icing salt. A report on opioid settlement funds is also scheduled.

• Resolution #R24-10-24 for not-to-exceed $20,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds
• Public hearing date set (Oct 24) for rezoning 220 West 2nd St & Montgomery Ave parcels from MS to CL
• Consider approval for second of three 12-month Microsoft 365 subscriptions (approved Sept 2023)
• Bid awards for 25,000 ft of 1/0 AL URD cable and various transformers for Energy Department
• Purchase of bulk de-icing salt via state contract #507 for Public Works

City Council

The Cookeville City Council will hold a regular meeting featuring second and final readings of two ordinances: one rezoning parcels at Neal Street, South Maple Avenue, and Old Walton Road from CR/RS-15 to CG, and another amending zoning definitions for truck stops and fuel retail. The council will also consider reappointments to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board and Environmental Appeals Board, surplus declarations of structures at 1806 and 1816 North Washington Avenue, a bid award for the 2024 Cured In Place Pipe Project, a resolution for bond reimbursement, and an intergovernmental agreement for an Internet Crimes Against Children grant.

• Second reading of Ordinance #O24-08-21 rezoning property at Neal Street, South Maple Avenue & Old Walton Road to General Commercial
• Second reading of Ordinance #O24-08-22 amending zoning code definitions for truck stops and fuel retail
• Declaration of surplus and removal of structures at 1806 and 1816 North Washington Avenue
• Awarding bid for 2024 Cured In Place Pipe Project – Water Quality Control Department
• Intergovernmental agreement with Nashville for Internet Crimes Against Children grant – Police Department

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request to allow a proposed accessory structure over 400 square feet to be built with materials not matching the principal structure at 766 Buffalo Valley Road. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Variance request for accessory structure (30x30 pole barn) at 766 Buffalo Valley Road (Tax Map 054-L, Group B, Parcel 004.00)
• Request submitted by Ned Heidel; property zoned RS-10 Single-Family Residential
• Applicant paid $200 variance fee with application
• Approval of agenda as submitted
• Approval of minutes from August 8, 2024

City Council

The Cookeville City Council will hold public hearings and consider first readings of two ordinances: a rezoning of properties at Neal Street, South Maple Avenue, and Old Walton Road from CR and RS-15 to CG, and zoning code amendments defining truck stops and fuel retail. The council will also vote on purchasing a Ford Explorer, authorizing a splashpad design agreement at Cane Creek Park, and accepting a land donation and awarding a bid for the TTU Wet Weather Storage Facility.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance O24-08-21 to rezone parcels at Neal Street, South Maple Avenue & Old Walton Road from CR and RS-15 to CG
• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance O24-08-22 to amend zoning code definitions for truck stops and fuel retail and allow Automotive and Truck Fuel – Retail in CI district
• Authorizing an agreement with Kimley-Horn for design and engineering of a splashpad and amenities at Cane Creek Park
• Accepting donation of property on Lee Avenue from Burgess Family for construction of TTU Wet Weather Storage Facility
• Awarding bid for construction of 2024 TTU Wet Weather Storage Facility

The Cookeville City Council approved first reading of two zoning ordinances: one rezoning property on Neal Street, South Maple Avenue, and Old Walton Road from CR and RS-15 to CG, and another amending the zoning code to define truck stops and fuel retail uses, allowing automotive and truck fuel retail in the CI district. The council also approved purchasing a 2025 Ford Explorer, authorizing a design agreement with Kimley-Horn for a splashpad at Cane Creek Park, purchasing AMI meters for gas and electric divisions, accepting a donated property on Lee Avenue, and awarding the construction bid for the 2024 TTU Wet Weather Storage Facility to J. Cumby Construction, Inc. for $11,765,600. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved first reading of Ordinance #024-08-21 rezoning Neal Street, South Maple Avenue & Old Walton Road parcels to CG (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance #024-08-22 defining truck stops and fuel retail, allowing automotive/truck fuel retail in CI district (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 2025 Ford Explorer via Statewide Contract #80355 (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to contract with Kimley-Horn for splashpad design at Cane Creek Park (5-0)
• Approved purchase of AMI meters for Gas Division from Equipment Controls Co. (5-0)
• Approved purchase of AMI meters for Electric Division from Sensus (5-0)
• Accepted donation of Map 40G 'C' Parcel 1.12 on Lee Avenue from Burgess Family General Partnership (5-0)
• Awarded construction bid for 2024 TTU Wet Weather Storage Facility to J. Cumby Construction, Inc. for $11,765,600 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Cookeville Planning Commission will vote on a zoning code amendment to define truck stops, automobile and truck fuel centers, and gasoline/motor fuel retail, and to allow automobile and truck fuel centers by right in the Commercial-Industrial Mixed Use district. The commission will also decide on several preliminary plats (including a 128-lot resubmission on consent), a resolution for a street improvement project on South Willow Avenue, and a study rezoning on West 2nd Street. One preliminary plat (Big Oak Tree Commons, 101 lots) is postponed, and another (Windle Subdivision) is withdrawn.

• Consent agenda: Saxony Phase IV preliminary plat resubmission, 128 lots on East Spring Street
• Preliminary plat of Connexus Park Subdivision, 28 lots on Old Sparta Road, South Jefferson Avenue & River Bluff Road
• Zoning code amendment to define and allow automobile and truck fuel centers in CI district
• Resolution supporting a street improvement project on South Willow Avenue for TDOT Statewide Partnership Program
• Study rezoning of 220 West 2nd Street and Montgomery Avenue from MS to CL

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to allow alcoholic beverage consumption on public properties and streets. The body is also considering several resolutions for grant applications and property acquisitions, including a site for the N. Washington Fire Station replacement.

• Ordinance #O24-08-20 regarding consumption of alcoholic beverages on public properties and streets
• Resolution #R24-08-22 to use ARPA funds for N. Washington Fire Station replacement property
• Resolution #R24-08-19 to designate property on Old Sparta Road as a park
• Bids for paving, asphalt mix, milling, striping, and concrete pipe for Public Works
• Purchase of one tandem axle dump truck for Water Quality Control

Historic Zoning Commission

The Cookeville Historic Zoning Commission will consider approval of the July 9, 2024, minutes and a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alterations to a property at 430 Freeze Street in the East Broad Street/Freeze Street Historic District, submitted by Chris Wakefield. The application includes proposed changes such as new siding and other exterior work, with supporting materials indicating use of 10" Staggered Shake siding in Snow 123 color.

• Approval of minutes from July 9, 2024
• Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alterations at 430 Freeze Street (Chris Wakefield)
• Proposed alterations include siding, roof, windows, and door work (details in application)
• Application includes product specification for 10" Staggered Shake siding in Snow 123 color

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to discuss a request to reduce required lot widths for two new lots. The board will also review and approve minutes from the June 13, 2024, meeting.

• Variance request for 850 Lewis Street to reduce lot widths at the setback line from 75 feet to 63.75 feet

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance regarding the consumption of alcoholic beverages on public streets and properties. The body is also reviewing several energy department bids and zoning changes.

• Public hearing on Ordinance #O24-08-20 regarding alcohol consumption on public properties
• Proposed rezoning of property at Neal Street, South Maple Avenue & Old Walton Road to General Commercial
• Change orders not-to-exceed $70,000 for the Cane Creek Substation Improvement Project
• Agreement with Kimley-Horn for Cane Creek Park Expansion Project final design
• Proposed zoning code amendments to define and allow Truck Stops and Fuel Centers in CI districts

Planning Commission

The Cookeville Planning Commission will consider action on multiple subdivision plats, a rezoning, and zoning code amendments defining truck stops and fuel centers. Study items include preliminary plats for large subdivisions, including a 101-lot project. Staff reports review minor plats. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes.

• Final plat of Timberwalk Subdivision Phase IV, 60 lots on Crossgrain Road, Rock Cairn Road, Conifer Lane, and Joining Avenue
• Rezoning property at Neal Street, South Maple Avenue, and Old Walton Road from CR and RS-15 to CG (General Commercial)
• Zoning code amendments to define truck stops and fuel centers and allow Automobile and Truck Fuel Centers in CI district
• Preliminary plat of Turnberry, 61 lots on Hawkins Crawford Road
• Study item: preliminary plat of Big Oak Tree Commons, 101 lots on South Jefferson Avenue and Old Sparta Road

City Council

The Cookeville City Council will consider second readings of ordinances updating erosion control, stormwater management, and the tree ordinance. New business includes a resolution to increase the fee in lieu of sidewalk construction, authorizing the purchase of two properties on N Washington Avenue, and approving multiple police equipment contracts including vehicles, license plate readers, and body cameras. The council will also set a public hearing for an ordinance on alcohol consumption on public property and apply for a state sidewalk grant.

• Second reading of ordinances on erosion control/stormwater (O24-06-18) and tree ordinance (O24-06-19)
• Resolution to increase fee in lieu of sidewalk construction (R24-07-16)
• Authorize purchase of properties at 1806 and 1816 N Washington Ave
• Authorize purchase of seven police pursuit vehicles, three CID vehicles, and Flock Safety license plate readers
• Consider multimodal access grant application for sidewalks along East Spring Street

Historic Zoning Commission

The Cookeville Historic Zoning Commission will review a request for exterior alterations and a new addition at 127 East 4th Street. This property is located within the North Dixie Avenue Historic District. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the May 14, 2024, meeting.

• Exterior alterations and a new addition for 127 East 4th Street
• Approval of May 14, 2024, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The commission will consider preliminary plats for Orchard Hills and HS Group Property. It will also review a rezoning request for the intersection of Neal Street, South Maple Avenue, and Old Walton Road. Additionally, staff proposed amendments to zoning code definitions regarding truck stops and fuel centers.

• Rezoning property at Neal Street, South Maple Avenue & Old Walton Road from CR to CG
• Study of Orchard Hills preliminary plat (61 lots) on Hawkins Crawford Road
• Final plat for Magnolia East (19 lots) on East 10th Street
• Six-month extension for Ashbury Farms Phase I (49 lots) on West Broad Street
• Zoning code amendments regarding Truck Stops and Fuel Centers in the CI district

City Council

The Cookeville City Council will consider the city’s annual budget and property tax levy for fiscal year 2025. The agenda also includes several rezoning requests and discussions regarding park improvements and equipment purchases.

• Adoption of the FY 2024-2025 annual budget for the City of Cookeville
• Property tax levy ordinance for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025
• Rezoning requests for South Maple Avenue, State Street & Bybee Avenue, and Dogwood Park Area
• Contract for final design of outdoor pickleball courts at Cane Creek Park
• Purchase of Kenworth T380 and Mack MD7 dump trucks

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review several requests for the property at 1100 South Willow Avenue regarding signage, parking design, and setbacks. The board will also consider a request to increase the height of a privacy wall at 30 South Pickard Avenue.

• Signage height and area variances at 1100 South Willow Avenue
• Parking landscape design adjustment at 1100 South Willow Avenue
• Front yard setback reduction at 1100 South Willow Avenue
• Privacy wall height increase at 30 South Pickard Avenue

City Council

The council will consider the adoption of the FY 2024-2025 annual budget and a property tax levy. The agenda also includes amendments to water and sewer rates and several rezoning requests. Additionally, the council will review infrastructure contracts and property annexations.

• Adoption of FY 2024-2025 annual budget and property tax levy
• Amendments to water and sewer rates (Ordinance #O24-05-13)
• Rezoning for 1331 South Maple Avenue, State Street & Bybee Avenue, and Dogwood Park Area
• Pre-construction services contract for Fire Department Stations 2 and 3
• Annexation of Putnam County Fairgrounds and Nelson North Drive areas

Planning Commission

The Cookeville Planning Commission will consider approval of the agenda, minutes, and several action items, including a six-month extension for the Emerald Forest Estates preliminary plat, the final plat for the Andrew & Pamela Bouton Property, and a sidewalk waiver request for the Bungalows at Cookeville. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for routine items.

• Six-month extension of preliminary plat for Emerald Forest Estates, 73 lots on Bowser Road
• Final plat approval for Andrew & Pamela Bouton Property, 2 lots on Crescent Spring Lane
• Sidewalk waiver request along Mine Lick Creek Road for Bungalows at Cookeville
• Consent agenda for routine items

City Council

The Cookeville City Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and contracts. Key items include a second reading of a zoning amendment for methadone clinics, a public hearing and first reading of a budget amendment, and first reading of water and sewer rate changes. The council will also consider a settlement agreement with Tennessee Riverkeeper and award a bid for advanced metering infrastructure.

• Second reading of Ordinance #O24-04-05 amending zoning code for methadone clinics in Medical Services (MS) district
• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance #O24-05-12 amending budgets for General Fund, State Street Aid, Solid Waste, Animal Control, and Quality of Life funds
• First reading of Ordinance #O24-05-13 amending water and sewer rates
• Award bid for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) components
• Approval of Change Order #1 (Final Balance) for 2023 S. Jefferson Ave. Sewer Rehab Project

Historic Zoning Commission

The Cookeville Historic Zoning Commission will consider approving the minutes from its April 23rd special meeting and a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alterations to the property at 107 West Broad Street, requested by Sherry Spradling on behalf of Spradling Holdings. The agenda includes only these two items, with the main decision being the approval of the exterior changes.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alterations at 107 West Broad Street, submitted by Sherry Spradling for Spradling Holdings
• Approval of minutes from April 23, 2024 special called meeting
• April 23rd meeting approved a fence, deck, and landscaping at 325 East 8th Street (from attached minutes)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Cookeville Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two variance requests at its May 9, 2024 meeting. One seeks a height variance for an accessory structure at 202 Freedom Avenue, and the other requests a variance to subdivide property at 2131 Mine Lick Creek Road into two lots, converting an accessory structure into a residence. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Variance request by Richard Bugan for accessory structure height at 202 Freedom Avenue (Tax Map 054-D, Group B, Parcel 025.00)
• Variance request by Ted Thomas to subdivide 2131 Mine Lick Creek Road (Tax Map 065-G, Group A, Parcel 002.00) into two lots, converting accessory structure to single-family residence in RS-20 District
• Approval of agenda and minutes from March 14, 2024 meeting

City Council

The Cookeville City Council will consider setting public hearing dates for several rezoning and annexation ordinances, award various bids, and approve contracts for engineering services. The agenda also includes a public hearing on first reading of a zoning code amendment regarding methadone clinics. Most items are routine approvals or scheduling actions.

• Set public hearings for rezonings at 1331 South Maple Avenue, State Street & Bybee Avenue, Dogwood Park Area, and Putnam County Fairgrounds and Nelson North Drive annexation areas
• Award bids for police uniforms, body armor, and badges
• Award bid for one 2500 KVA pad transformer for Electric Division
• Approve contract with Ragan Smith for Phase II of East Spring Street sidewalk project
• Approve AT&T FirstNet as data service provider for police mobile terminals

Historic Zoning Commission

The Cookeville Historic Zoning Commission will consider approving the minutes of its March 12, 2024 meeting and a Certificate of Appropriateness for a fence, rear deck, and landscaping at 325 East 8th Street, requested by Seth and Emma Crabtree. The property is in the East 8th Street Historic District. The commission will decide whether the proposed work is compatible with historic district standards.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for fence, deck, and landscaping at 325 East 8th Street
• Applicants: Seth and Emma Crabtree
• Proposed 8-foot privacy fence with horizontal wood slats
• Deck rebuild in existing footprint, built to code
• Landscaping with English cottage garden style, stone edging, pea gravel

Planning Commission

The Cookeville Planning Commission will consider several preliminary plats, rezonings, and annexation recommendations, including a 49-lot subdivision, a street closure, and multiple zoning changes. One plat request has been withdrawn by the developer. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items and staff reports on minor plats.

• Preliminary plat for Bungalows at Cookeville, 49 lots on Mine Lick Creek Road (withdrawn)
• Rezoning 1331 South Maple Avenue from RS-10 to RS-7.5
• Rezoning 2025 & 2039 Denton Avenue from RS-10 to LM (Light Manufacturing)
• Rezoning State Street & Bybee Avenue from RS-10 to CR (Regional Commercial)
• Annexation and zoning for Putnam County Fairgrounds area (approx. 129 acres on Tennessee Avenue)

City Council

The Cookeville City Council is meeting to vote on final readings of ordinances that would abolish the Human Resources Department and create a new Division of Human Resources under General Government, and amend the zoning code to allow private and parochial schools in the CI district. They will also consider appointments to boards, approve purchases and bids, and handle routine items like minutes and surplus equipment.

• Final reading of Ordinance #O24-03-04 to abolish the Human Resources Department and create a Division of Human Resources
• Final reading of Ordinance #O24-02-02 amending the Official Street Map
• Final reading of Ordinance #O24-03-03 to permit private and parochial schools in the CI (Commercial-Industrial Mixed Use) District
• Purchase of one pickup truck via Statewide Bid Contract #209
• Awarding bid for a step-van for Leisure Services

City Council

The Cookeville City Council will consider a lease agreement with Tennessee Tech University for property at 42 Church Avenue and a resolution committing an additional annual financial contribution for a new football stadium. The council will also hold public hearings on zoning amendments for methadone clinics, private schools, and the Official Street Map, plus annexation requests for the Putnam County Fairgrounds and Nelson North Drive areas.

• Lease agreement with Tennessee Tech for 42 Church Avenue (Parcel 15, Tax Map 53G, Group E)
• Resolution #R24-04-08: additional annual financial contribution for Tennessee Tech football stadium
• Public hearing on Ordinance #O24-04-05: methadone clinics in Medical Services District
• Public hearing on Ordinance #O24-03-03: private/parochial schools in CI District
• Annexation resolutions for Putnam County Fairgrounds (129 acres) and Nelson North Drive (5 acres)

Planning Commission

The Cookeville Planning Commission will consider several action items, including final plats for Highbury and Pemberton subdivisions, preliminary plats for Northpointe Preserve and the Bungalows at Cookeville (withdrawn), appointments to the Historic Zoning Commission, and a zoning code amendment regarding methadone clinics. They will also study multiple rezoning requests, annexations, and a street closure. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items and staff reports on minor plats.

• Final plat of Highbury Subdivision, Phase I, 36 lots on Neal Street
• Final plat of Pemberton Subdivision, 27 lots on England Drive
• Preliminary plat of Northpointe Preserve, 4 lots on West Jere Whitson Road
• Zoning code amendment to allow methadone clinics by right in Medical Services district (tabled from Feb. 26)
• Study of rezoning 1331 South Maple Avenue from RS-10 to RS-7.5

City Council

The Cookeville City Council is meeting to consider several action items, including a first-reading ordinance to abolish the Human Resources Department and create a new division under General Government. They will also vote on committing to purchase sanitation trucks for the next fiscal year, approving various equipment purchases, and authorizing agreements for sewer and fire station projects.

• Ordinance #O24-03-04 abolishing Human Resources Department and creating Division of Human Resources
• Commit to purchase one side load sanitation truck in FY 2024-25
• Commit to purchase one front load sanitation truck in FY 2024-25
• Purchase traffic signal mast arm assembly for 10th St. widening project
• Resolution #R24-03-04 to acquire land rights for TTU Wet Weather Storage Facility Project

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Cookeville Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three items: approving the agenda and minutes, a special exception request to re-approve a hospice residence/assisted living facility at 570 State Street, and a variance request for roof overhangs at 1918 Brown Avenue. The board will also review the minutes from its February 8th meeting.

• Special exception to re-approve a State Licensed Home for the Aged (Pleasant Places by Majestic Residences) at 570 State Street, submitted by Curtis and Kelli Sipe
• Variance to reduce rear yard setback from 20 to 18 feet and side yard setback from 10 to 8 feet for roof overhangs at 1918 Brown Avenue, submitted by Eleni Fragopolous
• Approval of agenda and minutes from February 8, 2024

Historic Zoning Commission

The Cookeville Historic Zoning Commission will consider approving the minutes from February 13th and a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alterations and a rear addition to the Vandergriff residence at 298 East 8th Street. The addition was previously tabled due to lack of quorum. The meeting is scheduled for March 12, 2024, at 5:00 PM.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alterations and rear addition at 298 East 8th Street (392 SF addition, 225 SF renovation)
• Approval of February 13, 2024 minutes
• Project includes demolition of existing structures, new foundation, and roof changes
• Applicants: Greg & Susan Vandergriff

City Council

The Cookeville City Council is holding its regular meeting with several action items, including setting public hearing dates for a street map amendment and a zoning code change, and awarding bids for energy department materials and services. The council will also consider an amendment to the Hollingsworth Indemnity Agreement, a contract for ERP consulting, paving bids, vehicle purchases, and a new city logo design.

• Public hearing set for Ordinance O24-02-02 (Officials Street Map) on 4-4-24
• Public hearing set for Ordinance O24-03-03 (Zoning Code: Private/Parochial Schools in CI District) on 4-4-24
• Bid awards for 5,000 ft 350 Triplex URD Cable, 3 100 KVA Con Transformers, LED lights, steel poles (Energy Dept.)
• Amendment to Hollingsworth Indemnity Agreement for dirt transport in Highlands Business Park
• Purchase of 3 pickup trucks (2 Electric, 1 Gas) via Statewide Contract #209

Planning Commission

The Cookeville Planning Commission will consider several action items, including amendments to the zoning code regarding private schools in Commercial-Industrial districts and methadone clinics in Medical Services districts, as well as a rezoning request for 1225 South Willow Avenue. They will also review preliminary plats for new subdivisions and approve the 2024 Annual Report & Program Design. The meeting includes a consent agenda with a routine extension for Saxony Townhomes Phase IV.

• Amendment to zoning code to allow private schools in CI district (requested by Daniel Bailey)
• Amendment to zoning code to change methadone clinic restrictions in MS district (requested by Cedar Recovery)
• Rezoning 1225 South Willow Avenue from CI to MS (requested by Upper Cumberland Development District)
• Preliminary plat for Johnny Hammock Division, 16 lots on Huddleston Drive
• 2024 Annual Report & Program Design approval

City Council

The Cookeville City Council is meeting to consider several action items, including awarding bids for lawn care and a sewer project, ratifying a property purchase, and approving engineering contracts for water plant work. They will also hold a public hearing on the annual progress report for annexation areas.

• Awarding bid for lawn care services for city parks, facilities, and rights-of-way
• Ratifying option to purchase 5.63 acres off C. C. Camp Road (Parcel 78.00, Tax Map 54)
• Resolution R24-02-03 amending personnel policies and procedures manual
• Resolution R24-02-02 reallocating ARPA funds to 2023 South Jefferson Ave. Water Line Project and 2024 I-40 Corridor Low Pressure Sewer Project
• Awarding bid for 2024 I-40 Corridor Low Pressure Sewer Project

Historic Zoning Commission

The Cookeville Historic Zoning Commission will consider approving the minutes from January 9th, 2024, and a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alterations and a rear addition to the primary structure at 298 East 8th Street, requested by Greg & Susan Vandergriff. The addition is 392 square feet with 225 square feet of renovation, as shown in plans by jGroves design company. The meeting is scheduled for February 13th, 2024, at 5:00 P.M.

• Approval of minutes from January 9th, 2024
• Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alterations and rear addition at 298 East 8th Street (392 SF addition, 225 SF renovation)
• Applicant: Greg & Susan Vandergriff
• Plans by jGroves design company, dated 1.18.24

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request to reduce the side yard setback from 30 feet to 19.5 feet to allow a swimming pool at 313 North Dixie Avenue. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Variance request to reduce side yard setback from 30 to 19.5 feet for pool at 313 N Dixie Ave (Tax Map 053-C, Group L, Parcel 003.00)
• Request submitted by Robert Denn
• Approval of agenda and minutes from January 11, 2024

City Council

The Cookeville City Council will consider final readings for a General Fund budget amendment and a zoning code change regarding RVs in nonconforming mobile home parks. The meeting also includes discussions on police grants, public works equipment purchases, and sewer station engineering studies.

• Second and final reading of Ordinance #O24-01-01 to amend the General Fund budget
• Second and final reading of Ordinance #O23-09-18 regarding RVs in nonconforming Mobile Home Parks
• Renewal of a Victim of Crimes Act (VOCA) grant for the Police Department
• Purchase of a tilt back equipment trailer for Public Works
• Purchase of snowplows and salt spreaders for Public Works

Planning Commission

The Cookeville Planning Commission will elect officers, consider approval of two final plats, and study several items including the 2024 Annual Report, zoning code amendments regarding private schools and methadone clinics, a rezoning request, and a preliminary plat. The meeting also includes staff reports on minor plats and lot line adjustments.

• Final plat of Westbrook Farms, Phase II Revisions of Lots 17-26, 11 lots on Westbrook Circle
• Variance for a flag lot and final plat of South Willow Industrial Park, Phase 2 Division, Redivision of Lot 1, 2 lots on Foreman Drive
• Zoning code amendment regarding private schools in CI district
• Zoning code amendment regarding methadone clinics in MS district
• Rezoning 1225 South Willow Avenue from CI to MS

City Council

The Cookeville City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including a zoning amendment for recreational vehicles in nonconforming mobile home parks, a budget amendment, and a grant application for a street resurfacing plan. They will also consider purchasing land on Gould Drive and approving various contracts and purchases.

• Public hearing on Ordinance #O24-01-01 amending the General Fund budget for FY 2024
• Public hearing on Ordinance #O23-09-18 to amend zoning code for RVs in nonconforming mobile home parks
• Resolution #R24-01-01 to apply for a Community Transportation Planning Grant for a street resurfacing and restriping plan
• Ratify option to purchase 1.62 acres on Gould Drive (Parcel 102.28, Tax Map 65)
• Approval of change order for engineering services for widening West Stevens St. from South Willow Ave. to Hughes St.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Cookeville Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a request for a special exception to allow a swimming pool associated with a single-family residential development at 1430 Westbrook Circle (Tax Map 039F, Group D, Parcel 025.00) in the Westbrook Farms Subdivision, submitted by Putnam Contracting Services. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the September 14, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes only this one substantive item; the rest is procedural.

• Special exception request for a swimming pool at 1430 Westbrook Circle (Tax Map 039F, Group D, Parcel 025.00) in Westbrook Farms Subdivision, submitted by Putnam Contracting Services.
• Approval of the agenda as submitted.
• Approval of the minutes of September 14th, 2023.

Historic Zoning Commission

The Cookeville Historic Zoning Commission will consider approving the minutes from September 12, 2023, and a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new 18x16-foot detached accessory structure at 313 North Dixie Avenue. The request was submitted by Robert Denn. The meeting is scheduled for January 9, 2024, at 5:00 PM.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for 288 sq ft detached accessory structure at 313 North Dixie Avenue
• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2023 meeting