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👤 Members & officials (5)
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Who’s on the Minutes
- Derek Joiner — Councilmember
- Dustin Rathel — Councilmember
- Eric Gaither — Councilmember
- John Clayton — Councilmember
- Rodrick Smith — Councilmember
Recent meetings
Mon Aug 24, 2026
Minutes
Nashville council to weigh millage rate, sanitation fee hike
The Nashville City Council is holding its regular session on August 24, 2026, with new business including a sanitation tipping fee increase and a discussion of the FY 27 millage rate. The council will also consider a public works actuator purchase and present the Ripple Award. The agenda includes standard items like minutes approval, reports, and public comments.
- Sanitation tipping fee increase
- Discussion of FY 27 millage rate
- Public Works actuator purchase from Consolidated Pipe
- Ripple Award for Shon McQueen
- Approval of July 27, 2026 minutes
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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, those requiring accommodation for council meetings should notify the City Clerk’s
Office at least 24 hours prior to the meeting at (229)-686-5527.
Mayor, Travis Brown
Councilman John Clayton
Councilman Derek Joiner
Councilman Eric Gaither
Councilman Rodrick Smith
Councilman Dusty Rathel
Councilwoman Amy Garner
Hayden Hancock, City Manager
Amanda Thacker, City Clerk
Tim Tanner, City Attorney
Welcome and Call to Order:
Invocation/Pledge:
Roll Call:
Approval of Minutes: July 27, 2026
Adoption of the Agenda:
New Business:
1. Ripple Award – Shon McQueen
2. Public Works – Actuator Purchase from Consolidated Pipe
3. Sanitation Tipping Fee Increase
4. Discussion - FY 27 Millage Rate
City Manager Report:
Department Head Report:
Public Comments:
Rules of Decorum for the Public
1. Each Speaker will be given 3 minutes to speak during the public comment period.
2. Each speaker will direct his or her comments to the members of the governing body and not to any individual member or other individual present unless a question is directed to him or
her by a member of the governing body.
3. Each speaker will refrain from personal attacks, foul or abusive language and will maintain a civil and courteous manner and tone.
4. Members of the audience will respect the rights of others and will not create noise or other disturbances that will disrupt or disturb the meeting. …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026
Minutes
Council to consider CDBG disaster relief funds for emergency notification
The Nashville, GA City Council will hold a regular session on August 10, 2026, to consider two items related to CDBG disaster relief: a conflict of interest declaration and a resolution to fund emergency notification and refuge. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and the agenda, plus reports and public comments.
- CDBG Disaster Relief Conflict of Interest
- CDBG FY 26 Disaster Relief Resolution - Funds for Emergency Notification & Refuge
- Approval of minutes from July 13, 2026
- Public comment period with 3-minute speaking limit
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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, those requiring accommodation for council meetings should notify the City Clerk’s
Office at least 24 hours prior to the meeting at (229)-686-5527.
Mayor, Travis Brown
Councilman John Clayton
Councilman Derek Joiner
Councilman Eric Gaither
Councilman Rodrick Smith
Councilman Dusty Rathel
Councilwoman Amy Garner
Hayden Hancock, City Manager
Amanda Thacker, City Clerk
Tim Tanner, City Attorney
Welcome and Call to Order:
Invocation/Pledge:
Roll Call:
Approval of Minutes: July 13, 2026
Adoption of the Agenda:
New Business:
1. CDBG Disaster Relief Conflict of Interest
2. CDBG FY 26 Disaster Relief Resolution-Funds for Emergency Notification & Refuge
City Manager Report:
Department Head Report:
Public Comments:
Rules of Decorum for the Public
1. Each Speaker will be given 3 minutes to speak during the public comment period.
2. Each speaker will direct his or her comments to the members of the governing body and not to any individual member or other individual present unless a question is directed to him or
her by a member of the governing body.
3. Each speaker will refrain from personal attacks, foul or abusive language and will maintain a civil and courteous manner and tone.
4. Members of the audience will respect the rights of others and will not create noise or other disturbances that will disrupt or disturb the meeting. Individuals violating any rul …
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Mon Jul 27, 2026
Minutes
Nashville City Council to vote on FY 26/27 budget adoption
The City Council will review and vote on the adoption of the FY 26/27 budget. The body will also discuss a GEFA loan and the selection of a CDBG engineer.
- FY 26/27 Budget Adoption Resolution 01-26
- GEFA Loan & Resolution 02-26
- CDBG Engineer Selection
- 811 Proclamation
- LMIG
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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, those requiring accommodation for council meetings should notify the City Clerk’s
Office at least 24 hours prior to the meeting at (229)-686-5527.
Mayor, Travis Brown
Councilman John Clayton Councilman Derek Joiner
Councilman Eric Gaither Councilman Rodrick Smith
Councilman Dusty Rathel Councilwoman Amy Garner
Hayden Hancock, City Manager
Amanda Thacker, City Clerk
Tim Tanner, City Attorney
Welcome and Call to Order:
Invocation/Pledge:
Roll Call:
Approval of Minutes: May 26 & June 22, 2026 Minutes
Adoption of the Agenda:
Old Business: FY 26/27 Budget Review
New Business:
1. Ripple
2. 811 Proclamation
3. FY 26/27 Budget Adoption Resolution 01-26
4. GEFA Loan & Resolution 02-26
5. LMIG
6. CDBG Engineer Selection
City Manager Report:
Department Head Report:
Public Comments:
Rules of Decorum for the Public
1. Each Speaker will be given 3 minutes to speak during the public comment period.
2. Each speaker will direct his or her comments to the members of the governing body and not to any individual member or other individual present unless a question is directed to him or
her by a member of the governing body.
3. Each speaker will refrain from personal attacks, foul or abusive language and will maintain a civil and courteous manner and tone.
4. Members of the audience will respect the rights of others and will not create noise or other disturbances that will disrupt or …
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REGULAR MEETING
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NASHVILLE
COUNTY OF BERRIEN
Monday, July 27, 2026
6:00 P.M.
INVOCATION: Rev. Clarence Luke
PLEDGE: Mayor Travis Brown
WELCOME AND CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Travis Brown
ROLL CALL: Members of the City Council present included Mayor Pro-Tem Amy Garner and
Councilmen John Clayton, Eric Gaither, Derek Joiner, Dustin Rathel, and Rodrick Smith.
STAFF PRESENT: Hayden Hancock, Brandon Rice, Amanda Thacker, Lee Goodman, Denise
Skinner, Ashley Smith, Micah Myers, Police Chief Ronald Knowles, City Attorney Tim Tanner.
ADOPTION OF FORMAL AGENDA:
John Clayton made a motion to approve the agenda with the addition of item #7 – NPD Truck
Repair. Derek Joiner seconded with the motion carrying 6-0.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS: May 26, 2026 and June 22,
2026 regular meetings – Eric Gaither made a motion to approve both sets of minutes with a
second from Dustin Rathel. Motion carried 6-0.
OLD BUSINESS: FY26-27 Budget Review
No questions or comments were offered during this period.
NEW BUSINESS:
1- Ripple Award: City Manager Hayden Hancock
The monthly Ripple Award was presented to Thomas Sapp, a natural gas department
employee since 2015. Hayden read some of Sapp’s qualities from his nomination
including having a strong work ethic, serving the community, and providing excellent
service. Mayor Travis Brown presented Sapp with a Certificate of Recognition.
2- 811 Proclamation: Mayor Tra …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
Minutes
Nashville City Council to hold public hearing on FY 26/27 proposed budget
The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the proposed FY 26/27 budget and a request to rename a street. The body will also address a price increase from Deep South Sanitation.
- Public hearing for FY 26/27 Proposed Budget
- Public hearing for request by Elaine Landy to rename E. Washington Ave. to Joanne Jackson Ave.
- Discussion of Deep South Sanitation increase
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✓ Decided: Council denies renaming East Washington Avenue to East Jo Ann Jackson Avenue
The Nashville City Council denied a request to rename a portion of East Washington Avenue to East Jo Ann Jackson Avenue, despite a petition from Elaine Landy and support from some residents. A competing petition with 27 signatures from landowners and residents along the street opposed the change. The motion to approve the renaming failed for lack of a second, and a motion to deny passed 6-0. The council also approved pursuing a 6% garbage rate increase to offset a 3% rate hike from Deep South Sanitation.
- Denied renaming East Washington Avenue to East Jo Ann Jackson Avenue (6-0)
- Approved pursuing a 6% garbage rate increase (6-0)
- Approved the formal agenda (6-0)
- Approved minutes from April 27, 2026 meeting (6-0)
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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, those requiring accommodation for council meetings should notify the City Clerk’s
Office at least 24 hours prior to the meeting at (229)-686-5527.
Mayor, Travis Brown
Councilman John Clayton Councilman Derek Joiner
Councilman Eric Gaither Councilman Rodrick Smith
Councilman Dusty Rathel Councilwoman Amy Garner
Hayden Hancock, City Manager
Amanda Thacker, City Clerk
Tim Tanner, City Attorney
Welcome and Call to Order:
Invocation/Pledge:
Roll Call:
Approval of Minutes: April 27, 2026
Adoption of the Agenda:
Public Hearings:
Road Renaming Request – Elaine Landy requests to rename E. Washington Ave. to Joanne Jackson
Ave.
FY 26/27 Proposed Budget
New Business:
1. Deep South Sanitation Increase
City Manager Report:
Department Head Report:
Public Comments:
Rules of Decorum for the Public
1. Each Speaker will be given 3 minutes to speak during the public comment period.
2. Each speaker will direct his or her comments to the members of the governing body and not to any individual member or other individual present unless a question is directed to him or
her by a member of the governing body.
3. Each speaker will refrain from personal attacks, foul or abusive language and will maintain a civil and courteous manner and tone.
4. Members of the audience will respect the rights of others and will not create noise or other disturbances that will disrupt or disturb the meeting …
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REGULAR MEETING
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NASHVILLE
COUNTY OF BERRIEN
Monday, July 13, 2026
6:00 P.M.
INVOCATION: Rev. Paul Keffer
PLEDGE: Mayor Travis Brown
WELCOME AND CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Travis Brown
ROLL CALL: Members of the City Council present included Mayor Pro-Tem Amy Garner and
Councilmen John Clayton, Eric Gaither, Derek Joiner, Dustin Rathel, and Rodrick Smith.
Councilman Clayton attended the meeting by phone.
STAFF PRESENT: Hayden Hancock, Brandon Rice, Amanda Thacker, Lee Goodman, Denise
Skinner, John Reynolds, Ashley Smith, Micah Myers, Rudolph Smith, Fire Chief Clay Davis,
City Attorney Tim Tanner.
ADOPTION OF FORMAL AGENDA:
Amy Garner made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. This was seconded by Rodrick
Smith with the motion carrying 6-0.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING: April 27, 2026 regular
meeting – Eric Gaither made a motion to approve the minutes with a second from Dustin Rathel.
Motion carried 6-0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Road Renaming Request – Elaine Landy request to rename a portion of East Washington
Avenue to East Jo Ann Jackson Avenue
Dustin Rathel made a motion to enter public hearing to consider the renaming request. Eric
Gaither gave the second, with the motion carrying 6-0.
Council entered into a second public hearing on the request from Elaine Landy to rename the
stretch of road as East Jo Ann Jackson Avenue. The matter had been tabled after the initial public
hearing at the June …
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Wed Jul 1, 2026
Minutes
Nashville City Council to hold FY 26/27 Budget Workshop
The City Council is meeting for a special called work session. The primary focus of the meeting is a workshop regarding the FY 26/27 budget.
- FY 26/27 Budget Workshop
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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, those requiring accommodation for council meetings should notify the City Clerk’s
Office at least 24 hours prior to the meeting at (229)-686-5527.
Mayor, Travis Brown
Councilman John Clayton Councilman Derek Joiner
Councilman Eric Gaither Councilman Rodrick Smith
Councilman Dusty Rathel Councilwoman Amy Garner
Hayden Hancock, City Manager
Amanda Thacker, City Clerk
Tim Tanner, City Attorney
Welcome and Call to Order:
Invocation/Pledge:
Roll Call:
Adoption of the Agenda:
New Business:
1. FY 26/27 Budget Workshop
Closing Comments from Governing Body:
Executive Session:
(When an Executive Session is required, one will be called for the following issues:
Personnel, Litigation, or Real Estate)
Adjournment:
Special Called Work Session
MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday July 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM
City Council Chambers
504 W. Washington Ave Nashville, GA 31639
Mon Jun 22, 2026
Minutes
Nashville City Council to consider road renaming and closure requests
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a road renaming request and two requests concerning Lorene T. Dorminey Circle. The body will also discuss a fire truck purchase and a return check fee.
- Request to rename E. Washington Ave. to Joanne Jackson Ave.
- 35 foot setback variance request by Shree Gauri Krupa LLC off Lorene T. Dorminey Circle
- Request by David & Danielle Dispenza to close cul de sac at the end of Lorene T. Dorminey Circle
- Discussion of fire truck purchase and outfitting
- Discussion of return check fee
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✓ Decided: Council allocates $52,000 in ARPA funds for Public Works relocation
The council approved allocating $52,000 in ARPA funds, including a 10% contingency, to move the Public Works Department to the Laurel Street property. This covers a $43,000 fence option and $4,750 for painting. The council also voted to move forward with addressing needs for the Animal Control building, with funding potentially coming from the sale of the Vickers Road property.
- Approved the formal agenda as presented (6-0)
- Approved the minutes from the February 23, 2026 regular meeting (6-0)
- Allocated $52,000 of ARPA funds for Public Works relocation to Laurel Street, including fencing and painting (6-0)
- Moved forward with providing for the needs of the Animal Control building (6-0)
- Adjourned the meeting at 6:33 PM (6-0)
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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, those requiring accommodation for council meetings should notify the City Clerk’s
Office at least 24 hours prior to the meeting at (229)-686-5527.
Mayor, Travis Brown
Councilman John Clayton Councilman Derek Joiner
Councilman Eric Gaither Councilman Rodrick Smith
Councilman Dusty Rathel Councilwoman Amy Garner
Hayden Hancock, City Manager
Amanda Thacker, City Clerk
Tim Tanner, City Attorney
Welcome and Call to Order:
Invocation/Pledge:
Roll Call:
Approval of Minutes: April 13, 2026
Adoption of the Agenda:
Public Hearings:
Road Renaming Request – Elaine Landy requests to rename E. Washington Ave. to Joanne Jackson
Ave.
Variance Request – Shree Gauri Krupa LLC requests 35 foot setback variance off Lorene T.
Dorminey Circle
Partial Road Closure Request – David & Danielle Dispenza requests to close cul de sac at the end
of Lorene T. Dorminey Circle
New Business:
1. Ripple Award: Brenda Swain
2. Four Way Stop at Old Coffee and Smith
3. Fire Truck Purchase & Outfitting
4. Return Check Fee
City Manager Report:
Department Head Report:
Public Comments:
Rules of Decorum for the Public
1. Each Speaker will be given 3 minutes to speak during the public comment period.
2. Each speaker will direct his or her comments to the members of the governing body and not to any individual member or other individual present unless a question is directed to him or
her by a member of the gover …
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REGULAR MEETING
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NASHVILLE
COUNTY OF BERRIEN
Monday, April 13, 2026
6:00 P.M.
INVOCATION: Rev. Daniel Dean
PLEDGE: Mayor Travis Brown
WELCOME AND CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Travis Brown
ROLL CALL: Members of the City Council present included Mayor Pro-Tem Amy Garner and
Councilmen John Clayton, Eric Gaither, Derek Joiner, Dustin Rathel, and Rodrick Smith.
STAFF PRESENT: Hayden Hancock, Brandon Rice, Amanda Thacker, Lee Goodman, Denise
Skinner, Ashley Smith, John Reynol ds, Michael Spells, Micah Myers, Police Chief Ronald
Knowles, City Attorney Tim Tanner.
ADOPTION OF FORMAL AGENDA:
John Clayton made a motion to approve the agenda as presented with Rodrick Smith seconding.
Motion carried 6-0.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING : February 23, 2026 regular
meeting – Eric Gaither made a motion to approve the minutes with a second from Dustin Rathel.
Motion carried 6-0.
NEW BUSINESS:
1- Ripple Award: City Manager Hayden Hancock
The Ripple Award for the month of March was presented to Randy Nash, city limb truck
operator. City Manager Hayden Hancock read a list of Nash’s qualities including going
the extra mile, paying attention to detail, being a steady presence, and others. Mayor
Travis Brown presented Nash with a certificate of recognition.
2- Swearing in of Ed Yarbrough as Assistant Police Chief : Mayor Travis Brown and
City Clerk Amanda Thacker
Ed Yarbrough was sworn in as Assistant Police Chief by …
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Thu Jun 18, 2026
Minutes
Council to hold budget workshop for FY 26/27
This is a special called work session of the Nashville City Council. The primary agenda item is a workshop to discuss the upcoming fiscal year 2026/2027 budget. The meeting may also include an executive session for personnel, litigation, or real estate matters.
- FY 26/27 Budget Workshop
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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, those requiring accommodation for council meetings should notify the City Clerk’s
Office at least 24 hours prior to the meeting at (229)-686-5527.
Mayor, Travis Brown
Councilman John Clayton Councilman Derek Joiner
Councilman Eric Gaither Councilman Rodrick Smith
Councilman Dusty Rathel Councilwoman Amy Garner
Hayden Hancock, City Manager
Amanda Thacker, City Clerk
Tim Tanner, City Attorney
Welcome and Call to Order:
Invocation/Pledge:
Roll Call:
Adoption of the Agenda:
New Business:
1. FY 26/27 Budget Workshop
Closing Comments from Governing Body:
Executive Session:
(When an Executive Session is required, one will be called for the following issues:
Personnel, Litigation, or Real Estate)
Adjournment:
Special Called Work Session
MEETING AGENDA
Thursday June 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM
City Council Chambers
504 W. Washington Ave Nashville, GA 31639
Tue May 26, 2026
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Nashville City Council to present awards and discuss Virginia Street contractor
The City Council will meet to approve previous minutes and present awards to Emily Beeman and Joanne Castillo. The body will also address a contractor award for Virginia Street.
- MGAG Award presentation to Emily Beeman
- Ripple Award presentation to Joanne Castillo
- Virginia Street Contractor Award
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✓ Decided: City Council approves $228,990.76 contract to pave Virginia Street
The City Council approved a bid from Scruggs Company for paving Virginia Street using soil cement. Funding includes a GDOT allotment, a city match, and TSPLOST funds to cover the overage.
- Approved $228,990.76 paving contract for Virginia Street to Scruggs Company (6-0)
- Approved city match of $17,578.07 and $32,909.78 overage from TSPLOST funds for Virginia Street project (6-0)
- Approved formal agenda (5-0)
- Approved March 23, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, those requiring accommodation for council meetings should notify the City Clerk’s
Office at least 24 hours prior to the meeting at (229)-686-5527.
Mayor, Travis Brown
Councilman John Clayton Councilman Derek Joiner
Councilman Eric Gaither Councilman Rodrick Smith
Councilman Dusty Rathel Councilwoman Amy Garner
Hayden Hancock, City Manager
Amanda Thacker, City Clerk
Tim Tanner, City Attorney
Welcome and Call to Order:
Invocation/Pledge:
Roll Call:
Approval of Minutes: March 23, 2026
Adoption of the Agenda:
Invited Guest: Emily Beeman MGAG Award Presentation
New Business:
1. Ripple Award: Joanne Castillo
2. Virginia Street Contractor Award
City Manager Report:
Public Comments:
Rules of Decorum for the Public
1. Each Speaker will be given 3 minutes to speak during the public comment period.
2. Each speaker will direct his or her comments to the members of the governing body and not to any individual member or other individual present unless a question is directed to him or
her by a member of the governing body.
3. Each speaker will refrain from personal attacks, foul or abusive language and will maintain a civil and courteous manner and tone.
4. Members of the audience will respect the rights of others and will not create noise or other disturbances that will disrupt or disturb the meeting. Individuals violating any rules of the
decorum may be ruled out of order by th …
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REGULAR MEETING
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NASHVILLE
COUNTY OF BERRIEN
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
6:00 P.M.
INVOCATION: Rev. Vernon Hughes
PLEDGE: Mayor Travis Brown
WELCOME AND CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Travis Brown
ROLL CALL: Members of the City Council present included Mayor Pro-Tem Amy Garner and
Councilmen John Clayton, Eric Gaither, Derek Joiner, Dustin Rathel, and Rodrick Smith. John
Clayton arrived at 6:09 PM.
STAFF PRESENT: Brandon Rice, Amanda Thacker, Lee Goodman, Denise Skinner, Ashley
Smith, John Reynolds, Micah Myers, Police Chief Ronald Knowles, City Attorney Tim Tanner.
ADOPTION OF FORMAL AGENDA:
Rodrick Smith made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Motion was seconded by
Dustin Rathel and carried 5-0. John Clayton had not arrived at time of vote.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING: March 23, 2026 regular
meeting – Dustin Rathel made a motion to approve the minutes with a second from Eric Gaither .
Motion carried 5-0. John Clayton had not arrived at time of vote.
INVITED GUEST: Emily Beeman MGAG Award Presentation
Emily Beeman, representing the Municipal Gas Authority of Georgia, visited the meeting to
congratulate the City of Nashville on winning the 2025 Project Initiative Award at the recently
yearly banquet held by MGAG. The joint public/private/MGAG venture saw an expansion of the
City’s ability to provide natural gas to its customers with the extension of a natural gas line to
Dixon Peanut in Alapaha. The n …
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Mon Apr 27, 2026
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Council to discuss wastewater treatment plant blower replacement and fire gear purchase
The Nashville City Council is holding a work session to discuss three new business items: GA Cities Week Art Contest winners, a wastewater treatment plant blower replacement, and a fire department gear purchase. The meeting also includes approval of March 9, 2026 minutes, city manager report, and public comments.
- Discussion of Waste Water Treatment Plant Blower Replacement
- Fire Department Gear Purchase
- GA Cities Week Art Contest Winners
- Approval of March 9, 2026 minutes
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✓ Decided: Council approves 171-ft wireless tower at 1101 Hwy. 168 (6-0)
The Nashville City Council approved a special exception for Tarpon Towers LLC to construct a 171-foot unmanned wireless communication tower at 1101 Hwy. 168, adjacent to Iron Werks Gym. The council also approved a $8,100 wastewater treatment plant blower replacement and a $16,096.90 fire department gear purchase from SPLOST funds. All votes were unanimous at 6-0.
- Approved special exception for 171-ft wireless tower at 1101 Hwy. 168 (6-0)
- Approved $8,100 wastewater treatment plant blower replacement (6-0)
- Approved $16,096.90 fire department gear purchase from SPLOST funds (6-0)
- Approved agenda as amended to include public hearing and 811 Proclamation (6-0)
- Approved minutes from March 9, 2026 regular meeting (6-0)
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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, those requiring accommodation for council meetings should notify the City Clerk’s
Office at least 24 hours prior to the meeting at (229)-686-5527.
Mayor, Travis Brown
Councilman John Clayton Councilman Derek Joiner
Councilman Eric Gaither Councilman Rodrick Smith
Councilman Dusty Rathel Councilwoman Amy Garner
Hayden Hancock, City Manager
Amanda Thacker, City Clerk
Tim Tanner, City Attorney
Welcome and Call to Order:
Invocation/Pledge:
Roll Call:
Approval of Minutes: March 9, 2026
Adoption of the Agenda:
New Business:
1. GA Cities Week Art Contest Winners
2. Waste Water Treatment Plant Blower Replacement Discussion
3. Fire Department Gear Purchase
City Manager Report:
Public Comments:
Rules of Decorum for the Public
1. Each Speaker will be given 3 minutes to speak during the public comment period.
2. Each speaker will direct his or her comments to the members of the governing body and not to any individual member or other individual present unless a question is directed to him or
her by a member of the governing body.
3. Each speaker will refrain from personal attacks, foul or abusive language and will maintain a civil and courteous manner and tone.
4. Members of the audience will respect the rights of others and will not create noise or other disturbances that will disrupt or disturb the meeting. Individuals violating any rules of the
decorum may be ruled out o …
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REGULAR MEETING
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NASHVILLE
COUNTY OF BERRIEN
Monday, April 27, 2026
6:00 P.M.
INVOCATION: Rev. Clarence Luke
PLEDGE: Mayor Travis Brown
WELCOME AND CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Travis Brown
ROLL CALL: Members of the City Council present included Mayor Pro-Tem Amy Garner and
Councilmen John Clayton, Eric Gaither, Derek Joiner, Dustin Rathel, and Rodrick Smith.
STAFF PRESENT: Hayden Hancock, Brandon Rice, Amanda Thacker, Lee Goodman, Denise
Skinner, Ashley Smith, John Reynolds, Michael Spells, Micah Myers, Fire Chief Clay Davis ,
City Attorney Tim Tanner.
ADOPTION OF FORMAL AGENDA:
John Clayton made a motion to approve the agenda as amended to include a public hearing for a
special exception for Tarpon Towers LLC and the addition of item #4 – 811 Proclamation.
Motion was seconded by Derek Joiner and approved by a vote of 6-0.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING : March 9 , 2026 regular
meeting – Eric Gaither made a motion to approve the minutes with a second from Dusti n Rathel.
Motion carried 6-0.
PUBLIC HEARING: Special Exception for Tarpon Towers LLC 171 foot unmanned wireless
communication tower at 1101 Hwy. 168, Nashville, GA 31639; Map 054-23-005
Rodrick Smith made a motion to enter Public Hearing to discuss the special exception for Tarpon
Towers LLC. Amy Garner seconded, motion carrying 6-0.
Teresa Willis of Berrien County Code Enforcement explained the request for the tower which
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💰 Federal awards (top 1 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $28,712 | NDB CONSTRUCTION, LLC Department of Defense · GREASE TRAP CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Berrien County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities5 (2024)
Business establishments253 (2,904 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$905/mo (128 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy27.4% (low numeracy 43% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
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Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.