City Council
Regular MeetingMurfreesboro, TN · May 2, 2024
Minutes
City of Murfreesboro
City Council- Regular Session
Thursday, May 2, 2024, at 6:00 pm
City Council Chambers
T E N N E S S E E 111 West Vine Street
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
MINUTES
The City Council of the City of Murfreesboro, Rutherford County, Tennessee, met in regular
session at its regular meeting place in the Council Chambers at City Hall at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday,
May 2, 2024.
Council Members Present
Mayor Shane McFarland - Presiding
Jami Averwater
Madelyn Scales Harris
Austin Maxwell
Bill Shacklett
Shawn Wright
Kirt Wade was absent and excused from this meeting.
City Representatives Present
Craig Tindall, City Manager
Adam Tucker, City Attorney
Jennifer Brown, City Recorder/ Finance Director
Darren Gore, Assistant City Manager/Water Resources Director
Sam Huddleston, Assistant City Manager
Greg Mcl(night, Executive Director of Development
Ben Newman, Planning Director
Nate Williams, Executive Director of Recreational Services
Cathy Smith, Purchasing Director
Raymond Hillis, Executive Director of Public Works
Jim Kerr, Transportation Director
Matthew Blomeley, Assistant Planning Director
Brad Barbee, Principal Planner
Chris Griffith, Executive Director of Public Infrastructure
Randolph Wilkerson, Human Resources Director
Robert Holtz, Community Development Director
Jessica Cline, Community Development Assistant Director
Mark McCluskey, Chief of Fire Rescue
Chad Gehrke, Airport Director
Kim Fann, Accounting Clerk
Kristy Burton, Executive Assistant
Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor McFarland called the meeting to order. Vice Mayor Shacklett commenced the
meeting with a prayer followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Ceremonial Items
STARS Award for February 2024. Randolph Wilkerson, Human Resources Director
presented the STARS Award for the month of February upon Kimberly Fann, Accounting Clerk for
City Council Meeting Minutes
May 2, 2024, 6:00 pm
Page 1 of 12
the Murfreesboro Airport. The STARS award purpose is to recognize City employees that go above
and beyond the call of duty. Ms. Fann goes the extra mile providing outstanding customer se rvice to
whomever enters the airport.
Mayor McFarland thanked Mr. Maxwell and Vice Mayor Shacklett for their service to our
country. Mayor McFarland spol<e regarding The Possibility Place and asked everyone to find ways
they can help the organization.
Public Comment on Actionable Agenda Items
Mayor McFarland asked if there were any registered speakers for public comment on
actionable agenda items. Jennifer Brown, City Recorder/ Finance Director, indicated no one had
registered to speak and moved to the next item on the agenda.
Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda was presented for approval with Council Communications for the
following items:
1. Housing Rehabilitation Change Order #2 511 Eventide (Community Development)
2. The Barnabas Vision, Inc. Subrecipient Budget Amendment 1 (Community
Development)
3. Retail Liquor Certificate of Compliance - Overall Liquor and Wine - Ownership
Change (Finance)
4. Murfreesboro Transit Center Contingency Allowance Allocation (Project
Development)
5. Asphalt Purchases Report (Water Resources)
6. Barton Lawn Care Contract Amendment (Water Resources)
Mr. Wright made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda. Ms. Averwater seconded the
motion. Upon roll call, the motion was passed by the following vote:
Aye: Jami Averwater, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright, Shane McFarland
Nay: None
Minutes
7. Minutes of City Council Meetings November 9, 2022 through November 17, 2022
(Finance). Jennifer Brown, City Recorder/Finance Director, presented a Council Comm unication
regarding approval of the following City Council meeting minutes. The meeting minutes were not
read aloud but were presented for approval as part of the agenda packet.
Historical Minutes
November 9, 2022 (Workshop)
November 17, 2022 (Regular Meeting)
Mr. Wright made a motion to approve the minutes. Mr. Maxwell seconded the
motion. Upon roll call, the motion was passed by the following vote:
City Council Meeting Minutes
May 2, 2024, 6:00 pm
Page 2 of 12
Aye: Jami Averwater, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright, Shane McFarland
Nay: None
New Business
Land Use Matters
8. Plan of Services and Annexation for Property Along Asbury Road (Planning). Matthew
Blomeley, Assistant Planning Director, presented a Council Communication regarding Plan of
Services and Annexation for property along Asbury Road and 1-24. The G.S. Dismukes and Barbara
W. Dismukes Revocable Living Trust initiated a petition of annexation [2024-501] for approximately
160 acres located at the western terminus of Asbury Road. The City developed its plan of services
for this area. If annexed, it would come into the City with an interim RS-15 zoning classification.
Staff anticipates a zoning request will follow, if annexed. Notice of public hearing was published on
April 16, 2024, in the Murfreesboro Post. Mr. Blomeley stated a public hearing was required on the
matter.
Sa. Public Hearing: Plan of Services and Annexation. Mayor McFarland initiated a public
hearing, welcoming comments on the plan of services and annexation and providing instructions
for those wishing to speak.
Despite sufficient time for input, no attendees expressed a desire to speak. Consequently,
Mayor McFarland concluded the public hearing.
8b. Plan of Services: Resolution 24-R-PS-07. The resolution titled, "RESOLUTION 24-R-
PS-07 to adopt a Plan of Services for approximately 160 acres located at the western terminus of
Asbury Road, The G.S. Dismukes & Barbara W. Dismukes Revocable Living Trust, applicant [2024-
501]" was offered for passage on its first and only reading.
Mr. Wright made a motion to approve Resolution 24-R-PS-07 on first and only reading. Ms.
Averwater seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion was passed by the following vote:
Aye: Jami Averwater, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright, Shane McFarland
Nay: None
Sc. Annexation: Resolution 24-R-A-07. The resolution titled, "RESOLUTION 24-R-A-07 to
annex approximately 160 acres located at the western terminus of Asbury Road (Tax Map 071,
Parcel 11.00), and to incorporate the same within the corporate boundaries of the City of
City Council Meeting Minutes
May 2, 2024, 6:00 pm
Page 3 of 12
Murfreesboro, Tennessee, The G.S. Dismukes & Barbara W. Dismukes Revocable Living Trust,
applicant (2024-501 ]" was offered for passage on its first and only reading.
Mr. Maxwell made a motion to approve Resolution 24-R-A-07 on first and only reading. Mr.
Wright seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion was passed by the following vote:
Aye: Jami Averwater, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright, Shane McFarland
Nay: None
9. Plan of Services, Annexation and Zoning for Property Along South Church Street
(Planning). Matthew Blomeley, Assistant Planning Director, presented a Council Communication
regarding Plan of Services, Annexation and Zoning of approximately 0.47 acres located along the
west side of South Church Street south of Highfield Drive. Notice of public hearing was published
on April 16, 2024 in the Murfreesboro Post. Mr. Blomeley stated that public hearings for the plan of
services, annexation and zoning were required on the matter.
9a. Public Hearing: Plan of Services and Annexation. Mayor McFarland initiated a public
hearing, welcoming comments on the plan of services and annexation and providing instructions
for those wishing to speak.
Despite sufficient time for input, no attendees expressed a desire to speak. Consequently,
Mayor McFarland concluded the public hearing.
9b. Plan of Services: Resolution 24-R-PS-08. The resolution titled, "RESOLUTION 24-R-
PS-08 to adopt a Plan of Services for approximately 0.47 acres located at 3416 South Church
Street, Wesley H. Allen and Tonya C. Allen, applicants [2024-502)" was offered for passage on its
first and only reading.
Ms. Averwater made a motion to approve Resolution 24-R-PS-08 on first and only reading.
Mr. Maxwell seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion was passed by the following vote:
Aye: Jami Averwater, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright, Shane McFarland
Nay: None
9c. Annexation: Resolution 24-R-A-08. The resolution titled, "RESOLUTION 24-R-A-08 to
annex approximately 0.47 acres located at 3416 South Church Street (Tax Map 1250, Group A,
Parcel 002.00), and to incorporate the same within the corporate boundaries of the City of
Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Wesley H. Allen and Tonya C. Allen, applicants [2024-502]" was offered
for passage on its first and only reading.
City Council Meeting Minutes
May 2, 2024, 6:00 pm
Page 4 of 12
Ms. Averwater made a motion to approve Resolution 24-R-A-08 on first and only reading.
Mr. Wright seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion was passed by the following vote:
Aye: Jami Averwater, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright, Shane McFarland
Nay: None
9d. Public Hearing: Zone 0.47 acres. Matthew Blomeley, Assistant Planning Director,
presented a zoning request for property located along the west side of South Church Street, south
of Highfield Drive to rezone to Planned Commercial Development (PCD) District (3416 South
Church Street PCD), simultaneous with annexation. Notice of public hearing was published on
April 16, 2024 in the Murfreesboro Post. Mr. Blomeley stated that a public hearing for the ordinance
establishing the requested zoning was required on the matter. Clyde Rountree, Huddleston-Steele
Engineering, Incorporated, provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the project including
information on the site plan, architectural plans, and alternate site plan.
Mayor McFarland initiated a public hearing, welcoming comments on the zoning and
providing instructions for those wishing to speak.
Despite sufficient time for input, no attendees expressed a desire to speak. Consequently,
Mayor McFarland concluded the public hearing.
9e. First Reading: Ordinance 24-OZ-08. The ordinance titled, "ORDINANCE 24-OZ-08
amending the Zoning Ordinance and the Zoning Map of the City of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, as
heretofore amended and as now in force and effect to zone approximately 0.47 acres at 3416 South
Church Street as Planned Commercial Development (PCD) District (3416 South Church Street
PCD) simultaneous with annexation; Greg Patel, applicant [2024-401 ]" was offered for passage on
its first reading.
Mr. Maxwell made a motion to approve Ordinance 24-OZ-08 on first reading. Mr. Wright
seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion was passed by the following vote:
Aye: Jami Averwater, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright
Nay: None
Abstain: Shane McFarland
10. Rezoning Property Along West Thompson Lane {Planning). Matthew Blomeley,
Assistant Planning Director, presented a Council Communication regarding rezoning
approximately 2.2 acres located along West Thompson Lane west of Northboro Court from Single-
City Council Meeting Minutes
May 2, 2024, 6:00 pm
Page 5 of 12
Family Residential District 15 (RS-15) to Planned Residential Development District (Kings Landing
Annex PRD). Notice of public hearing was published on April 16, 2024, in the Murfreesboro Post.
Mr. Blomeley stated that a public hearing for the rezoning was required on the matter. Discussion
ensued. Clyde Rountree, Huddleston-Steele Engineering, Incorporated, presented regarding the
project.
10a. Public Hearing: Rezone 2.2 acres. Mayor McFarland initiated a public hearing,
welcoming comments on the rezoning and providing instructions for those wishing to speak.
Despite sufficient time for input, no attendees expressed a desire to speak. Consequently,
Mayor McFarland concluded the public hearing.
10b. First Reading: Ordinance 24-02-09. The ordinance titled, "ORDINANCE 24-OZ-09
amending the Zoning Ordinance and the Zoning Map of the City of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, as
heretofore amended and as now in force and effect, to rezone approximately 2.2 acres located
along West Thompson Lane from Single-Family Residential Fifteen (RS-15) District to Planned
Residential Development (PRO) District (Kings Landing Annex PRD); Black Diamond Development ,
applicant, [2024-402]" was offered for passage on its first reading.
Mr. Wright made a motion to approve Ordinance 24-OZ-09 on first reading. Ms. Averwater
seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion was passed by the following vote:
Aye: Jami Averwate r, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright, Shane McFarland
Nay: None
11. Sewer Allocation Variance - South Church Street - Yanahli Commercial
Development (Planning). Brad Barbee, Principal Planner, presented a Council Communication
requesting approval of a sewer allocation variance allowing higher single-family unit equivalent
density (sfu) by approximately 18 sfu's for the commercial development located at 2961-2977
South Church Street. The Planning Department and Water Resources Department have reviewed
the application and support the request.
Mr. Maxwell made a motion to approve the sewer allocation variance. Vice Mayor Shacklett
seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion was passed by the following vote:
Aye: Jami Averwater, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright, Shane McFarland
Nay: None
City Council Meeting Minutes
May 2, 2024, 6:00 pm
Page 6 of 12
12. Sewer Allocation Variance - New Salem Highway - Salem Square Commercial
Center (Planning). Brad Barbee, Principal Planner, presented a Council Communication
requesting approval of a sewer allocation variance allowing higher single-family unit equivalent
density (sfu) by approximately seven sfu's for two multi-tenant commercial buildings to be located
along the south side of New Salem Highway east of Barfield Road. The Planning Department and
Water Resources Department have reviewed the application and support the request.
Mr. Wright made a motion to approve the sewer allocation variance. Vice Mayor Shacklett
seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion was passed by the following vote:
Aye: Jami Averwater, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright, Shane McFarland
Nay: None
13. Sewer Allocation Variance - Veterans Parkway - Fresh Hospitality Commercial
Development (Planning). Brad Barbee, Principal Planner, presented a Council Communication
requesting approval of a sewer allocation variance allowing higher single-family un it equivalent
density (sfu) by approximately 17 sfu's for a proposed commercial building for a multi-tenant
commercial development with three commercial buildings to be located at the northeast corner of
Veterans Parkway and Jack Byrnes Drive. The Planning Department and Water Resources
Department have reviewed the application and support the request.
Mr. Maxwell made a motion to approve the sewer allocation variance. Mr. Wright seconded
the motion. Upon roll call, the motion was passed by the following vote:
Aye: Jami Averwater, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright, Shane McFarland
Nay: None
Resolution
14. Resolution 24-R-11 Unclaimed Property (Finance). Jennifer Brown, City
Recorder/Finance Director, presented a Council Communication requesting Council authorize the
annual request to the State to return unclaimed property remitted by the City of Murfreesboro. The
resolution titled, "RESOLUTION 24-R-11 requesting unclaimed balance of accounts remitted to
State Treasurer under Unclaimed Property Act" was offered for passage on its first and only
reading.
Ms. Scales Harris made a motion to approve Resolution 25-R-11 . Ms. Averwater seconded
the motion. Upon roll ca ll, the motion was passed by the following vote:
City Counc il Meeting Minutes
May 2, 2024, 6:00 pm
Page 7 of 12
Aye: Jami Averwater, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright, Shane McFarland
Nay: None
on Motion
15. Beasie-River Rock Connector Change Order No. 1 {Engineering). Chris
Griffith, Executive Director of Public Infrastructure, presented a Council Communication regarding
a change order with Bell and Associates, LLC, for the Beasie-River Roel< Connector Road Project. If
approved, this would change the substantial completion date to August 30, 2024, and final
completion to September 30, 2024. Mr. Griffith requested Council approve the change order.
Mr. Wright made a motion to approve the Beasie-River Rock Connector Road Project
Change Order No. 1 with Bell and Associates, LLC. Ms. Averwater seconded the motion. Upon roll
call, the motion was passed by the following vote:
Aye: Jami Averwater, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright, Shane McFarland
Nay: None
16. Professional Services Contract - SE Broad Widening (Engineering). Chris
Griffith, Executive Director of Public Infrastructure, presented a Council Communication
requesting approval of a Professiona l Services Contract with Kimley Horn, Inc. for the widening of
SE Broad. This cont~act includes traffic data collection, current operational analysis, and
conceptual design services, which will provide essential information for a future full design
contract. The final design will be a five-lane curb and gutter section with a sidewalk on each side,
as outlined in the 2040 Major Transportation Plan. The expense, $57,700, is funded within the FY24
CIP Budget.
Mr. Wright made a motion to approve the Professional Services Contract with Kimley Horn
Inc. for SE Board widening. Mr. Maxwell seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion was
passed by the following vote:
Aye: Jami Averwater, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright, Shane McFarland
Nay: None
17. Medical Center Widening Professional Services Agreement Amendment No. 1
(Engineering). Chris Griffith, Executive Director of Public Infrastructure, presented a Council
Communication requesting Council approve Contract Amendment No. 1 with Energy Land and
City Council Meeting Minutes
May 2, 2024, 6:00 pm
Page 8 of 12
Infrastructure, LLC (ELI) for the widening of Medical Center Parkway. This expense, $351,422, is
funded by the FY21 and FY22 CIP bond and loan proceeds.
Mr. Wright made a motion to approve the Amendment No. 1 to the Contract with Energy
Land and Infrastructure, LLC for Medical Center Parkway Widening. Ms. Averwater seconded the
motion. Upon roll call, the motion was passed by the following vote:
Aye: Jami Averwater, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright, Shane McFarland
Nay: None
18. Old Fort Park Tennis Court Renovations (Facilities). Brad Hennessee, Facilities
Manager, presented a Council Communication requesting approval of the agreement with
Steelhead Building Group, LLC for Tennis Court Renovations at Old Fort Park. The project consists
of demolition of the eight original tennis courts and site amenities, and the construction of six new
tennis courts, six new pickleball courts, fencing, lighting, and concrete curbing around the new
courts. The expense, $1,244,403, is funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
Ms. Averwater made a motion to approve the agreement with Steelhead Building Group,
LLC for Tennis Court Renovations at Old Fort Park. Mr. Maxwell seconded the motion. Upon roll
call, the motion was passed by the following vote:
Aye: Jami Averwater, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright, Shane McFarland
Nay: None
19. Discovery School Multisport Court Installation (Facilities). Brad Hennessee,
Facilities Manager, presented a Council Communication requesting approval of the agreement
with Browning Chapman , LLC d/b/a Sport Court ofTennessee through the Sourcewell Contract for
repair of a multisport court at Discovery School. The total proj ect cost of $139,855 is funded by a
$93,000 Project Diabetes Grant and $46,855 by interest on County Shared Bonds.
Mr. Maxwell made a motion to approve the agreement with Browning Chapman, LLC d/b/a
Sport Court of Tennessee. Vice Mayor Shacklett seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion
was passed by the following vote:
Aye: Jami Averwater, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright, Shane McFarland
Nay: None
City Council Meeting Minutes
May 2, 2024, 6:00 pm
Page 9 of 12
20. Installation of Snake Rail Fence at 2150 NW Broad Street (Facilities). Brad
Hennessee, Facilities Manager, presented a Council Communication requesting approval of an
agreement with Volunteer Fence Company, LLC for existing chain link fence removal and
installation of battlefield-style fenc ing at the American Battlefield Trust property located at 2150
Northwest Broad Street. The $76,800 expense is funded by the Parks and Recreation Department's
FY24 operating budget.
Ms. Scales Harris made a motion to approve the agreement with Volunteer Fence
Company, LLC. Mr. Wright seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion was passed by the
following vote:
Aye: Jami Averwater, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright, Shane McFarland
Nay: None
21. Guardrail Replacement Agreement (Street). Raymond Hillis, Executive Director of
Public Worl<s, presented a Council Communication requesting approval of an agreement with LU,
Inc. for guardrail replacement. The agreement allows the Street Departme nt to respond to
damaged guardrails and provide safer roadways for motorists. The expense of $208,196 is funded
with Risk Management funds and Street Department Budget.
Ms. Averwater made a motion to approve the guardrail replacement agreement with LU,
Inc. Ms. Scales Harris seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion was passed by the following
vote:
Aye: Jami Averwater, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright, Shane McFarland
Nay: None
22. Purchase of Replacement Downtown Signal Equipment (Transportation). Jim Kerr,
Transportation Director, presented a Council Communication requesting approval of a purchase
agreement with Southern Lighting & Traffic Systems LLC to purchase replacement signal
equipment for 18 signals. The expense of $91,295 is funded by Sports Betting Funds.
Mr. Wright made a motion to approve the agreement with Southern Lighting & Traffic
Systems LLC. Ms. Scales Harris seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion was passed by
the following vote:
Aye: Jam i Averwater, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright, Shane McFarland
City Council Meeting Minutes
May 2, 2024, 6:00 pm
Page 10 of 12
Nay: None
Board and Commission Appointments
23. Murfreesboro Housing Authority (Administration). Mayor McFa rland presented a
Council Communication proposal regarding reappointment of the following Murfreesboro Housing
Authority member with a five-year term. Mayor McFarland clarified how the City is involved with the
Murfreesboro Housing Authority. The Council has the authority by resolution to appoint
the members but once the appointment is made it is outside the scope of the city.
• Betty Hord, Term expiration May 2, 2029
Vice Mayor Shacklett made a motion to approve the reappointment. Ms. Averwater
seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion was passed by the following vote:
Aye: Jami Averwater, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright, Shane McFarland
Nay: None
Licensing
24. Beer Permits (Finance}. Jennifer Brown, City Recorder/ Finance Director, presented a
Council Communication regarding Beer Permits. The following were offered for approval:
Regular Beer Permits
• Mesa Mart, 2546 Southgate Boulevard, Suite C (New location, Grocery/Market)
• Max Mart, 4923 Northwest Broad Street (New Location, Grocery/Market)
• MTSU Concessions - Buck Bouldin Tennis Courts, 121 O Greenland Drive (New Location,
Sports Venue)
• Che Taqueria, 1813 Memorial Boulevard (Ownership/Name Change, Restaurant)
• Tennessee Axe and Smash, 123 Southeast Broad Street (Ownership Change, Axe Throwing
and Smashroom)
Special Event Beer Permits
• Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce
o 2019 Memorial Blvd, October 15, 2024 (Networking event)
o 325 Shores Drive, November 12, 2024 (Networking event)
Applicants met requirements for the Beer Permits and were recommended for approval
pending final building and codes inspections for t he Regular Beer Permits and Special Event Permit
issuance for the Special Event Beer Permits.
Ms. Averwater made a motion to approve the Beer and Special Event Permits. Mr. Wright
seconded the motion. Upon roll call, the motion was passed by the following vote:
Aye: Jami Averwater, Madelyn Scales Harris, Austin Maxwell, Bill Shacklett, Shawn
Wright, Shane McFarland
Nay: None
Payment of Statements
City Council Meeting Minutes
May 2, 2024, 6:00 pm
Page 11 of 12
No payment of statements was presented.
Other Business
Prayers for Officer Clark. Ms. Scales Harris asked for prayers for Officer Shondell Clari<
after suffering a stroke.
School Principal Day. Vice Mayor Shacklett informed Council that May 1'1 was School
Principal Day and thanked all City Schools principals for their hard work and dedication.
License Plate Recognition Technology. Mr. Maxwell spoke regarding the Murfreesboro
license plate recognition technology recently installed and how it helped app rehend i ndividuals
who committed a crime within Murfreesboro. Mr. Maxwell said it was good to see the how the City's
investment is being put to good use.
Oaklands Mansion Parking for Events. Mr. Maxwell encouraged Council and staff to work
with Oaklands Mansion regarding community events and parking in the grass. Mayor McFarland
requested that Craig Tindall, City Manager, review the ordinance regarding this issue. Nate
Williams, Executive Director of Recreational Services, stated there were no events on hold for
Oaklands Mansion and reviewed current permits on hold for other community events.
Council Meetings. Mayor McFarland stated Council will conduct City Manager interviews
starting at 9:00 a.m. at the Murfreesboro Municipal Airport Conference Room on Friday, May 10,
2024.
Craig Tindall stated Council will meet for Workshop on Thursday, May 9, 2024.
Adjourn
There being no further business, Mayor McFarland adjourned this meeting at 7:06 p.m.
~ ~?----
::::::----.....
SHANE MCFARLAND -------==-_
MAYOR
ATTEST:
~~~-~
TUCKER
CITYRECORDER/ CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
APPROVED BY COUNCIL, m, /)oWRs
City Council Meeting Minutes
May 2, 2024, 6:00 pm
Page 12 of 12
Get email alerts for Murfreesboro
A daily email when new agendas and minutes are posted.