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6/23/2026 Board of Mayor and Aldermen and Committee Meetings
Published: Jun 23, 2026
Street and Sanitation Committee Approves Purchase of New HVAC for Transfer Station
The Street and Sanitation Committee reviewed bids for a new HVAC unit at the transfer station. Three bids were received, with TN Cajun Services recommended for $16,887. The current HVAC unit dates back to 1991 and is not functioning properly, leading to high temperatures within the station. The savings generated from the switch to Waste Management, approximately $10,000 per month, will cover the cost of the new unit. The committee approved the motion to proceed with the purchase.
McMillan Board Approves Purchase of Water Services, Tables 'Sip and Saber' Event
The McMillan Mayor and Board of Aldermen considered an ordinance for the city to purchase 56 water meter services from Warren County Utility District. This action is necessary because Warren County Utility District's water line is jeopardized by a compromised bridge at Charles Creek. The city can serve this area from a different point, and taking over the services is seen as a proactive measure rather than reactive. The purchase price is $1,000 per service. The ordinance passed its first reading. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included minutes, two ordinances on second reading, and two resolutions. Additionally, the 'Sip and Saber' event was tabled until the next meeting due to a conflict with the new 'Live Amp' series scheduled for September 26th. The 'Christmas in the Park' and 'Farm to Table' events were approved.
Finance Committee Approves $78,000 Transfer to TCRS for Legacy Employee Liabilities
The Finance Committee approved a motion to send $78,000 to TCRS (Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System) to cover the gap between the year-to-date actual budget and the budgeted amount for legacy employees. This action is intended to help keep rates lower for legacy employees and has been done for the past two years. The funds will be used to address the unfunded liability that has accrued over the years with TCRS. The committee also noted that the budget would be submitted the following day.
Water and Sewer Committee Recommends Maintaining Current Disconnection Fees
The Water and Sewer Committee discussed new service fees for water disconnections due to non-payment. Currently, there is no charge for disconnection, $25 during business hours for reconnection, $40 after business hours, and $50 on weekends. The committee also waives the disconnect fee for the first disconnection of the year and does not disconnect customers with bills of $40 or less. The current code specifies $25 for disconnection, $25 for reconnection during business hours, plus $40 after hours and $50 on weekends, totaling higher potential fees. The committee recommended maintaining the current practice of $25/$25, despite higher costs for after-hours services, to align with the code's intent and provide customer flexibility. The discussion highlighted that 55% of disconnected customers have been disconnected twice or more, and the city's disconnection rate (1% of customers monthly) is higher than other local utilities (less than 0.5%). The motion to keep the current practice passed.
Parks and Recreation Committee Approves Discounted Rental Policy and Eliminates Small Deposits
The Parks and Recreation Committee considered a new municipal rental policy that would offer a 25% discount on standard rates for qualifying non-profit organizations and governmental agencies. This policy aims to help recoup financial losses incurred from setting up, breaking down, and maintaining facilities for events. The standard rate is $80 per hour, with event fees around $1,500 in labor and materials. Previously, some events were granted free use, resulting in an estimated $13,000 loss last year. The committee also decided to eliminate small rental deposits ($25 for room rentals), as the cost of damage typically exceeds this amount, and the administrative burden of processing these deposits is significant. The policy change means there will be no more free rentals for these entities. The committee approved both the municipal rental policy and the removal of small rental deposits.
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