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Murfreesboro, TN · June 12, 2025

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·r --, Otyof City of Murfreesboro City Council - Workshop Regular Session .~t,~ 1 1 ~--• MUR~REESBORO Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 11:30 am T E N N E S S E E Municipal Airport Business Center 1930 Memorial Boulevard Murfreesboro, Tennessee MINUTES The City Council of the City of Murfreesboro, Rutherford County, Tennessee, met in regular session at its workshop meeting place at the Municipal Airport Business Center at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 12, 2025. Proper notice of this meeting was published in the Murfreesboro Post on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Council Members Present Mayor Shane McFarland - Presiding Jami Averwater Madelyn Scales Harris Austin Maxwell Bill Shacklett Kirt Wade Shawn Wright City Representatives Present Darren Gore, City Manager Adam Tucker, City Attorney Erin Tucker, City Recorder/ Chief Financial Officer Melanie Joy Peterson, City Clerk Raven Bozeman, Executive Assistant Amanda DeRosia, Finance Director Angela Jackson, Executive Director of Strategic Services Ben Newman, Director of Land Management and Planning Cary Gensemer, Deputy Chief of Police Chad Gehrke, Airport Director Craig Tindall, Special Counsel Doug Swann, Water Resources Finance Director Jim Kerr, Transportation Director John Tully, Assistant City Attorney Kevin Jones, Building and Codes Director Kyle Lingo, Fleet Services Assistant Director Lesley Short, Assistant Finance Director Mark McCluskey, Fire Chief Michael Bowen, Chief of Police Michele Emerson, City Engineer Mike Browning, Public Information Officer Nate Williams, Executive Director of Recreational Services Randolph Wilkerson, Human Resources Director Raymond Hillis, Executive Director of Public Works Robert Holtz, Community Development Director Sam Huddleston, Assistant City Manager City Council Workshop M eeting Minutes June 12, 2025, 11:30 am Page 1 of 8 Trey Duke, Director of Murfreesboro City Schools Valerie Smith, Water Resources Director Other City Staff Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance Mayor McFarland called the meeting to order and commenced the meeting with a prayer followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Public Comment on Actionable Agenda Items Mayor McFarland asked if there were any registered speakers for public comment on actionable agenda items. Erin Tucker, City Recorder/ Chief Financial Officer, indicated no one had registered to speak. Action Items 1. Ordinance 25-0-01 Sponsorship Ordinance {2nd and Final Reading) (Administration). The ordinance titled, "ORDINANCE 25-0-01 amending the Murfreesboro City Code, Chapter 21.5, Parks and Recreation, Article I. Murfreesboro Sports Authority, Section 21.5-1 establishing permission to secure advertising, sponsorship and naming rights for Parks and Recreation facilities and programs" which passed its first reading on May 22, 2025, was offered for passage on second and final reading. Mr. Wade made a motion to approve Ordinance 25-0-01 on second 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, Kirt Wade, Shawn Wright, Shane McFarland Nay: None 2. Stormwater Budget and Fee Resolutions. (Water Resources). Valerie Smith, Water Resources Director, presented a Council Communication requesting Council approve the FY26 Stormwater Draft Budget and Fee Resolutions. Adopting the monthly fee increase, or $0.25 for both FY26 and FY25, would afford a revenue increase of approximately $340,000 in FY26 and $350,000 in FY27, assuming future growth remains consistent with past growth. 2a. Resolution 25-R-16 Stormwater User Fee. The resolution titled, "RESOLUTION 25-R- 16 amending the base rate for the stormwater user fee" was offered for passage on its first and only reading. Notice of the proposed rate change was published on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, in City Council Workshop Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025, 11:30 am Page 2 of 8 the Murfreesboro Post. The ordinance stated the stormwater user fee base rate for a single- family residential unit {SF} shall be $3.50 per month effective July 1, 2025. Ms. Scales Harris made a motion to approve Resolution 25-R-16. 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, Kirt Wade, Shawn Wright, Shane McFarland Nay: None 2b. Resolution 25-R-07 FV26 Stormwater Budget. The resolution titled, "RESOLUTION 25- R-07 approving the budget of the Stormwater Utility Management Fund for the Fiscal Year 2026 (hereafter "FY2026"}" was offered for passage on its first and only reading. Mr. Maxwell made a motion to approve Resolution 25-R-07. 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, Kirt Wade, Shawn Wright, Shane McFarland Nay: None 3. Housing Rehabilitation - 923 Harrison Avenue (Community Development). Robert Holtz, Director of Community Development, presented a Council Communication regarding housing rehabilitation assistance through the Community Development Housing Rehabilitation program for 923 Harrison Avenue. Mr. Holtz requested Council approve assistance for the rehabilitation activity and contract with David Underhill Construction in the amount of $38,520. Mr. Wright made a motion to approve the rehabilitation activity and contract with David Underhill Construction. 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, Kirt Wade, Shawn Wright, Shane McFarland Nay: None 4. Retail Liquor Certificate of Compliance - Boro liquors - Location Change (Finance). Erin Tucker, City Recorder/ Chief Financial Officer, presented a Council Communication and information regarding issuance of a certificate of compliance for a retail liquor store by City Council Workshop Meeting M inutes June 12, 2025, 11:30 am Page 3 of 8 Arvindbhai Patel for the Baro Liquors at 314 West Lokey Avenue which is a location change for a retail liquor store. All requirements were met, and application was recommended for approval. Ms. Averwater made a motion to approve the certificate of compliance. 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, Kirt Wade, Shawn Wright, Shane McFarland Nay: None Workshop Items 5. Tennessee College of Applied Technology Auto Body Collaboration (Street). Raymond Hillis, Executive Director of Public Works, presented a Council Communication regarding Collaboration with the Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) for auto body work. Mr. Hillis introduced Eric Love, Lead Automotive Collision Instructor, Phillip Sanderson, and Jeff Hopkins with TCAT Auto Body Collision. Mr. Love provided a TCAT program overview and explained the benefits the agreement would bring to their students and the City. The collaboration could include utilizing TCAT's facilities for auto body repair projects, with a nominal $5.00 processing fee per project, no labor costs, and the City covering the cost of parts, provide internships and practical training opportunities for TCAT students within the City Public Works Department, explore joint initiatives aimed at improving the quality and efficiency of City auto- body repair services, and leverage the partnership as a potential pipeline for future skilled hires in auto body repair and related fields. In addition to auto body repair, TCAT offers training programs in Facility Maintenance, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical further broadening the scope for collaboration. Discussion ensued among Council members. Adam Tucker, City Attorney, informed Council that the agreement would release TCAT of liability. Mr. Wade made a motion to approve moving forward with the program with TCAT, pending legal approval of the agreement. 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, Kirt Wade, Shawn Wright, Shane McFarland City Council Workshop Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025, 11:30 am Page 4 of 8 Nay: None 6. Oxford, Mississippi Downtown Activation Research (Planning and Building and Codes). Ben Newman, Director of Land Management and Planning, and Kevin Jones, Director of Building and Codes, presented a Council Communication regarding highlights and takeaways learned from research conducted in Oxford, Mississippi regarding their activation of downtown square. City of Murfreesboro staff met with Oxford's Planning staff, the Mayor, and other development personnel. Mr. Newman and Mr. Jones shared several ideas gleaned from their research, including improving access to second-floor spaces, coordinating area trash collection, the potential role of metered parking in financing a parking garage, and utilizing the right-of-way for outdoor restaurant seating. Next steps discussed included using the KDGI Downtown Study as a guide, engaging Main Street, business owners, and other stakeholders for input, developing a needs assessment, and leveraging existing tools and resources. Council and City staff discussed the topic. Mayor McFarland suggested the following: • hosting a Downtown Town Hall meeting to share the City's proposal and ideas, • initiating discussions with Rutherford County to relocate government services off the square, and • continuing further discussions regarding metered parking and the potential issuance of revenue bonds supported by that revenue stream. This information was provided to Council for informational purposes only; no vote was necessary. 7. Cherry Lane Corridor Area Plan-Project {Administration). Sam Huddleston, Assistant City Manager, presented a Council Communication providing Council an update on the Cherry Lane Corridor Area Plan-Project. Mr. Huddleston introduced Kevin Gunther, with Kimley Horn, to present to the Council. The project will include approximately 1,814 acres of area and will intersect with Northwest Broad Street, Old Nashville Highway, and Florence Road. Mr. Gunther provided Council an area map and approximate Cherry Lane extension route regarding the current transportation inventory. This information was provided to Council as notification only and no vote was necessary. City Council Workshop Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025, 11:30 am Page S of 8 8. Review of Land Swap with Swanson Development LP for Fire Station #13 (Administration). Darren Gore, City Manager, reviewed a potential land swap between the City and Swanson Development LP. At Council's May 2025 workshop meeting, Deputy Chief Bigelow provided a summary of two locations for future fire stations #12 and #13. One site was located off Veteran's Parkway at the City property where Veteran's Park is being constructed . The second fire hall location was proposed on Joe B. Jackson Parkway midway between Interstate 24 and US Highway 41 (Manchester Pike). The City has 1.31 acres on Joe B. Jackson that has proven to be too small of a site to construct a new fire hall, Station #13. In January of this year, staff met with Joe Swanson Jr. to discuss a land swap to acquire a.2.92-acre site that would be of adequate size for Station #13. If Council agrees to the land swap, a purchase and sale agreement will be drafted for review and considered for approval at a future Council meeting. Approval of the land swap would incur an expense of $343,300. The final purchase and sale agreement will be subject to surveyed acreages. Mr. Gore asked for any questions or Council comment. Mayor McFarland expressed concern about including the property at the corner of Broad Street and South Church Street and suggested presenting a second option that involves purchasing the property outright and speaking with Mr. Swanson to understand his intended use of the property. City Staff will return with two options, along with the outcome of the discussion with Mr. Swanson. 9. CIP Transfers (Finance). Erin Tucker, City Recorder/ Chief Financial Officer presented a Council Communication and documents regarding notification of CIP transfers. Transfers include transfer of CIP Funds between the Bond Fund and General Fund for Broad Street & Medical Center Parkway, Burnt Knob, Mason, and Blackman, CAD Server, Cherry Lane Phase 2, Communication & Radio System, Communication Tower - CUD, Old Fort Park Ballfield Improvements, Patterson Park Improvements, Public Safety Radio, Recreation Side Mount Bush Hog, Walter Hill Renovations. This information was provided to Council as notification only and no vote was necessary. 10. April 2025 Dashboard (Finance). Erin Tucker, City Recorder/ Chief Financial Officer, presented a Council Communication and documents regarding April 2025 Dashboard. There were no questions and no action was taken. City Council Workshop Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025, 11:30 am Page 6 of 8 Board & Commission Appointments No board and commission appointments were presented. licensing 11. Beer Permits (Finance). Erin Tucker, City Recorder/ Chief Financial Officer, presented a Council Communication regarding Beer Permits. The following were offered for approval: Regular Beer Permits • Sami's Market, 2975 South Rutherford Boulevard, Suite B (Convenience Store, Ownership Change) Applicants met requirements for the Beer Permits and were recommended for approval pending final building and codes inspections for t he Regular Beer Permits. Mr. Wade made a motion to approve the Beer 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, Kirt Wade, Shawn Wright, Shane McFarland Nay: None Payment of Statements No payment of statements was presented. Other Business Future Meetings: Darren Gore, City Manager, stated there will be no meeting next week nor on July 4, 2025. Upcoming meetings are scheduled for June 26, July 10, and July 17, 2025. Ms. Scales Harris announced that she w ill be a grandmother on December 26, 2025. Adjourn There being no further business, Mayor M cFarland adjourned this meeting at 12:20 p.m. SHANE MCFARLAND MAYOR ----- ATTEST: 7 -- ---- _;5L=>~ JCKER CITY RECORDER/ CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER APPROVED BY COUNCIL: ::S0''ti 3\ ~ City Council Workshop M eeting M inutes June 12, 2025, 11:30 am Page 7 of 8 PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK City Council Workshop Meeting Minutes June 12, 2025, 11:30 am Page 8 of 8

Agenda

MURFREESBORO CITY COUNCIL Workshop Meeting Agenda Airport Business Center – 11:30 AM June 12, 2025 Public Comment on Actionable Agenda Items Action Items 1. Sponsorship Ordinance 25-O-01 (2nd and Final Reading) (Administration) 2. Stormwater Budget Fee Resolutions (Water Resources) a. Resolution 25-R-16 b. Resolution 25-R-07 3. Housing Rehabilitation – 923 Harrison Avenue (Community Development) 4. Retail Liquor Certificate of Compliance - Boro Liquors - Location Change (Finance) Workshop Items 5. Tennessee College of Applied Technology Auto Body Collaboration (Street) 6. Oxford, MS Downtown Activation Research (Planning and Building and Codes) 7. Cherry Lane Corridor Area Plan-Project (Administration) 8. Review of Land Swap with Swanson Development LP for Fire Station #13 (Administration) 9. CIP Transfers (Finance) 10. April 2025 Dashboard (Administration) Board & Commission Appointments Licensing 11. Beer permits (Finance) Payment of Statements Other Business Adjourn COUNCIL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: 06/12/2025 Item Title: Sponsorship Ordinance [Second Reading] Department: Administration Presented by: Craig Tindall, Authority Administrator Requested Council Action: Ordinance ☒ Resolution ☐ Motion ☐ Direction ☐ Information ☐ Summary Ordinance to establish the parameters for the Sports Authority as it develops it marketing plan for advertising, sponsorship, and name rights agreements. Staff Recommendation Approve and adopt Ordinance 25-O-01. Background Information Council created the Murfreesboro Sports authority in 2024 for the purpose, among others, to supplement the operating budgets of departments operating athletic facilities, Parks and Recreation and Golf. The Sports Authority is contracting with a marketing firm to begin secure sponsorship revenue at the City’s Sport Facilities. Establishing a policy by ordinance of the types of sponsorship that will be acceptable is an important part of the process. This policy will guide the Authority and the consultant in the development of the marketing plan. Council Priorities Served Responsible budgeting Fiscal responsibility is enhanced through the creation of supplement revenue through appropriate sponsorship agreements that will offset a portion of the operating and capital expenses associated with the Parks and Recreation Department’s facilities. Fiscal Impact None Attachments Ordinance 25-O-01 Ordinance establishing parameters for advertising, sponsorships, and naming rights. April 2023 Docusign Envelope ID: 5337BF8C-FCF3-4A43-8F92-00910558897A ORDINANCE 25-O-01 amending the Murfreesboro City Code, Chapter 21.5, Parks and Recreation, Article I. Murfreesboro Sports Authority, Section 21.5-1 establishing permission to secure advertising, sponsorship and naming rights for Parks and Recreation facilities and programs. WHEREAS, City Council has created the Murfreesboro Sports Authority to promote, maintain, improve, and further develop recreational facilities within the City; and WHEREAS, the Authority will fund the operation and improvement of Parks and Recreation Department facilities through marketing with advertising, sponsorship and naming rights; and WHEREAS, it is beneficial for the Authority to be guided by ordinance on the types of advertising, sponsorship, and naming rights that it will seek to secure. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MURFREESBORO, TENNESSEE, AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. Chapter 21.5, Parks and Recreation, of Murfreesboro City Code is hereby amended by adding the following Article 1 and Section 21.5-1, currently marked as “Reserved”: ARTICLE I. Murfreesboro Sports Authority Section 21.5-1 Advertising, sponsorships, and naming rights. (A) The Murfreesboro Sports Authority may negotiate and enter into advertising, sponsorship, and naming-rights agreements for the purpose of providing financial support for the City’s parks and recreation facilities and programs. (B) All advertising at parks and recreation facilities is restricted to commercial speech. No advertising is permitted at any City park or recreation facility unless the advertising is done pursuant to an agreement or permit in accordance with Parks and Recreation Department rules and regulations. (C) Advertising, sponsorship, or naming rights agreements shall not advertise or otherwise promote the sale, distribution, use, or possession of alcohol, tobacco products, illegal drugs, or material or entertainment deemed harmful to minors under applicable federal or state law. Upon the recommendation of the Parks and Recreation Department, the Parks and Recreation Commission may impose additional subject-matter restrictions on advertising, sponsorship, and naming-rights agreements consistent with applicable law and the fact that parks and recreation facilities are used by citizens of all ages, including families and young children. (D) Revenue generated from advertising, sponsorship, and naming-rights agreements entered into under this section shall, after provision for the expenses of the Sports Authority, be applied to the Parks and Recreation Department operating budget. (E) Nothing in this section shall be construed to restrict temporary political, ideological, and other non-commercial speech at any City park or recreation, although such speech may be subject to reasonable time, place, and manner restrictions imposed by state law or by other City ordinances or policies. SECTION 2. That this Ordinance shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its passage upon second and final reading, the public welfare and the welfare of the City requiring it. 25-O-01 Sports Authority rights 4938-4384-8205 v.3 1 Docusign Envelope ID: 5337BF8C-FCF3-4A43-8F92-00910558897A Passed: Shane McFarland, Mayor 1st reading 2nd reading ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM: Erin Tucker Adam F. Tucker City Recorder City Attorney SEAL 25-O-01 Sports Authority rights 4938-4384-8205 v.3 2 COUNCIL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: 06/12/2025 Item Title: Stormwater Budget & Fee Resolutions Department: Water Resources Presented by: Valerie Smith/Doug Swann Requested Action: Ordinance ☐ Resolution ☒ Motion ☐ Direction ☐ Information ☐ Summary Consider FY26 stormwater budget resolution and stormwater fee resolution. The fee resolution proposes an increase to fund anticipated capital improvement projects. Staff Recommendation Approve the FY26 Stormwater DRAFT Budget Resolution 25-R-16 and Fee Resolution 25-R-07. The Water Resources Board recommended approval of this matter on May 27, 2025. Background Information The Stormwater fund was implemented in 2008 and is independent of the Water and Sewer budget. It has been funded from revenue based on a user fee of $3.25 per single family equivalent per month. The fund will be in its eighteenth year in FY26 with no rate increases. The fee generated approximately $2,500,000 in 2010 and has steadily grown by approximately $73,250 per year and generated approximately $3,450,000 in 2024. Operation expenses are budgeted at $3,384,420, stormwater repair and replacement at $250,000, and rate funded capital expenditures at $475,000. The anticipated excess funds above operating expenses and rate funded capital expenditures are $40,580. Funding the capital improvement plan, and specifically for Old Fort Park Ballfield Renovations, Town Creek Daylighting and Mall Circle Drive Drainage Renovations alone will drop the stormwater fund balance to around $276,000. Given this expectation, staff is recommending increasing the stormwater fee from $3.25 per single family residential equivalent per month to $3.50 in FY26 and $3.75 in FY27. This is an increase of 7.6% and 7.1%, respectively and equate to $0.25 per month or $3 per year per residence for the next 2 years. The other options available are to modify the stormwater fund financial policies to eliminate a secured fund balance or allow the stormwater fund to incur debt for capital projects. Council Priorities Served Responsible Budgeting Development and implementation of a viable plan for handling of upcoming stormwater funded projects is critical to responsibly budgeting for the future provision of this utility service to residents in a cost-effective manner. Fiscal Impacts Adopting the monthly fee increase, or $0.25 for both FY26 and FY25, would afford a revenue increase of approximately $340,000 in FY26 and $350,000 in FY27, assuming future growth remains consistent with past growth. Attachments 1. Stormwater Budget & Fee Report 2. Stormwater Fee Resolution 25-R-16 3. Stormwater Budget Resolution 25-R-07 Stormwater Budget & Fee Report The chart below shows the revenues compared to expenses since 2023. The fee has grown by approximately $70,000 each year through new commercial, industrial and residential development within the City. That is equal to approximately 1,795 single family unit equivalents annually. The average impervious square footage, which remains the same, is equal to 3,470 square feet per single family unit, which equates to the City adding approximately 143 acres of imperviousness annually. These impervious areas have been required to meet the City’s permanent stormwater runoff treatment standards since 2008. The Stormwater Fund budget is independent of the Department budget. It is funded from revenue based on a user fee of $3.25 per single family equivalent. The fund will be in its eighteenth year in FY26 with no increases. The fee generated approximately $2,500,000 in 2010 and has steadily grown by approximately $70,000 per year and generated approximately $3,450,000 in 2024. Operation revenues are budgeted at $3,900,000 and expenses are budgeted at $3,384,420, stormwater repair and replacement at $250,000, and rate funded capital expenditures at $475,000. The anticipated excess funds above operating expenses and rate funded capital expenditures are $40,580. FY26 Stormwater Revenues FY26 Stormwater Expenses The stormwater fund has developed a Capital Improvements Plan, currently totaling $9,304,000 from FY25 through FY29. The reserve balance for the stormwater fund has stayed around $4,000,000 since 2017 through 2024 with no net increase. Financial policies for the stormwater enterprise fund were adopted by the Water Resources Board and City Council on May 21, 2013 and July 11, 2013, respectively. An amendment to these policies was approved in FY18 to allow the minimum working reserve balance to be lowered to no less than three (3) months of operating expenses, or approximately $800,000 for FY26. In the past, the City has deferred several projects to keep the reserve balance from dipping below the 12-month operating expense threshold; however, three significant projects coming up over the next two years are expected to drop the fund balance below the 3-month secured amount of $800,000. Stormwater Working Capital Reserve Balance FY08 to FY26 Funding of these three projects alone will drop the stormwater reserve fund balance to around $276,000. Given this expectation, staff is recommending increasing the stormwater fee from $3.25 per single family residential equivalent per month to $3.50 in FY26 and $3.75 in FY27. This is an increase of 7.6% and 7.1%, respectively and equate to $0.25 per month or $3 per year per residence for the next 2 years. These increases are projected to increase revenues by approximately $340,000-$350,000 annually for the next 2 years, assuming future growth remains consistent with past growth. The other options available are to modify the stormwater fund financial policies to eliminate a secured fund balance or allow the stormwater fund to incur debt for capital projects. Docusign Envelope ID: C48A9089-E1A8-42A1-920D-6C4AE39C76D5 RESOLUTION 25-R-16 amending the base rate for the stormwater user fee. WHEREAS, Murfreesboro City Code, Chapter 27.5. Stormwater Management, Article III. Stormwater Utility and User Fees, created a stormwater management utility to be funded in part by stormwater user fees; and, WHEREAS, Murfreesboro City Code §27.5-41 establishes the single family residential unit (SFU) method of measurement to be used along with the base rate to calculate the stormwater user fee; and WHEREAS, Murfreesboro City Code §27.5-43 provides the City Council shall establish the base rate for the purposes of calculating the stormwater user fee; and, WHEREAS, Murfreesboro City Code §27.5-43 further provides the base rate shall be calculated to ensure adequate revenues to fund the costs of stormwater management and to provide for the operation, maintenance, and capital improvements of the City’s stormwater utility system; and, WHEREAS, the City has determined that an increase in the base rate is necessary to ensure adequate revenue to fund the costs of stormwater management and to provide for the operation, maintenance, and capital improvements of the City’s stormwater utility system; and WHEREAS, T.C.A. §68-221-1107 and Murfreesboro City Code §27.5-40 provide that public notice shall be given at least thirty (30) days in advance of City Council consideration of establishing a stormwater base rate and said notice was published in the Murfreesboro Post on May 13, 2025. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MURFREESBORO, TENNESSEE, AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. The base rate for a single-family residential unit (SFU) for the stormwater user fee shall be $3.50 per month. SECTION 2. This Resolution shall be effective on July 1, 2025, the public welfare and the welfare of the City requiring it. Passed: Shane McFarland, Mayor ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM: Erin Tucker Adam F. Tucker City Recorder City Attorney Docusign Envelope ID: 3FAA9063-7800-4811-A515-A748333C5BA5 RESOLUTION 25-R-07 approving the budget of the Stormwater Utility Management Fund for the Fiscal Year 2026 (hereafter “FY2026”). WHEREAS, the Murfreesboro Water Resources Board recommended a proposed Stormwater Utility Management Fund budget to the City Council; and, WHEREAS, the City Council conducted a public hearing on the budgets of the City and its departments and funds. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MURFREESBORO, TENNESSEE, AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. The budget of the Stormwater Utility Management Fund for the FY2026, as adopted and recommended by the Water Resources Board on May 27, 2025, and as subsequently amended by staff to correct errors and incorporate changes approved by the City Council, is hereby approved. A synopsis of the budget is attached as Exhibit A and incorporated herein as if copied verbatim. This approval shall be effective as of July 1, 2025, any Resolution or part of any Resolution which is in conflict with any provision in this Resolution is hereby repealed. SECTION 2. This Resolution shall be effective immediately upon its passage and adoption, the public welfare and the welfare of the City requiring it. Passed: Shane McFarland, Mayor ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM: Erin Tucker Adam F. Tucker City Recorder City Attorney COUNCIL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: 06/12/2025 Item Title: Housing Rehabilitation – 923 Harrison Avenue Department: Community Development Presented by: Robert Holtz, Director of Community Development Requested Council Action: Ordinance ☐ Resolution ☐ Motion ☒ Direction ☐ Information ☐ Summary Consider rehabilitation assistance through the Community Development Housing Rehabilitation program.. Staff Recommendation Approve the expenditure from CDBG funds for down payment assistance. Background Information The residence at 923 Harrison Avenue requires rehabilitation to repair floor and wall systems that have decayed. David Underhill Construction is the lowest responsible bidder at $38,520. The Community Development Department Policy and Procedures Manual requires we seek city council approval for rehabilitation projects over $25,000. Council Priorities Served Responsible Budgeting Utilizing federal funds to provide community-based assistance is a cost-effective means of address the needs of the community. Fiscal Impact The $38,520.00 expense is fully funded by the Community Development Block Grant. Attachments Contract for rehabilitation. 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Background Information State law requires that an applicant for retail liquor stores obtain a certificate of compliance from the local jurisdiction to be submitted to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission as part of the Commission’s licensing process. Compliance for the certificate is based only on the applicant’s criminal background information and that the location complies with local zoning ordinances and distance requirements. A certificate of compliance is requested by Arvindbhai Patel for the Boro Liquors at 314 W Lokey Ave which is a location change for a retail liquor store. This request complies with statutory requirements. Council Priorities Served Maintain public safety The City’s role in issuing a Certificate of Good Moral Character allows the City to be aware of locations that would like to operate as a retail liquor store, to review zoning restrictions, review applicant background issues, and check for past problems with following City Code. Attachments Summary of Request for Certificate of Compliance for Retail Liquor Store City of Murfreesboro Request for Certificate of Compliance for Retail Liquor Store Summary of information from the application: Owners/Partners/Stockholders/Officers: Name Arvindbhai Patel Age 67 Home Address 607 Chrisview Ct Residency City/State Murfreesboro, TN Race/Sex Asian/M Background Check Findings: City of Murfreesboro: None Rutherford County: None Nashville Criminal Court: None TBI: None Name of Business Boro Liquors Business Location 314 W Lokey Ave Type of Application: New Location Ownership Change Name Change Renewal Location Change X Corporation Partnership Sole Proprietor LLC X Application Completed Properly? Yes The actual application is available in the office of the City Recorder. COUNCIL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: 6/12/2025 Item Title: Tennessee College of Applied Technology Auto Body Collaboration Department: Public Works Presented by: Raymond Hillis, Executive Director of Public Works Summary Collaboration with the Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) for auto body work. Background Information The Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) offers specialized training in auto- body repair and refinishing, equipping students with valuable hands-on experience and technical skills. Partnering with TCAT presents a unique opportunity to support workforce development while enhancing our own operational capabilities. This collaboration could include: • Utilizing TCAT’s facilities for auto body repair projects, with a nominal $5.00 processing fee per project, no labor costs, and the City covering the cost of parts. • Providing internships and practical training opportunities for TCAT students within our Public Works Department. • Exploring joint initiatives aimed at improving the quality and efficiency of our auto-body repair services. • Leveraging the partnership as a potential pipeline for future skilled hires in auto body repair and related fields. In addition to auto body repair, TCAT offers training programs in Facility Maintenance, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical—further broadening the scope for collaboration. This partnership is expected to be mutually beneficial, promoting educational advancement while supporting the City’s commitment to skilled workforce development. Council Priorities Served Responsible budgeting This partnership strengthens the local workforce by providing hands-on training, supporting job readiness, and fostering long-term career opportunities. Attachments: Live Work and Service Agreement Work Request COUNCIL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: 06/12/2025 Item Title: Oxford, MS Downtown Activation Research Departments: Planning and Building and Codes Presented by: Ben Newman, Director of Land Management and Planning and Kevin Jones, Director of Building and Codes Summary Present highlights and takeaways learned from research conducted in Oxford, Mississippi regarding their activation of downtown square. Background Information Development Services directors traveled to Oxford, Mississippi to research activation of the town’s historic square. Staff met with Oxford’s Planning staff, the Mayor, and other development personnel. Ideas were shared with Murfreesboro staff regarding access to second-floor space, area trash collection, metered parking’s role in financing a parking garage, and right-of-way use for outdoor restaurant seating. Planning Director Ben Newman and Building and Codes Director Kevin Jones will present the concepts learned from the research in Oxford. Council Priorities Served Improve economic development These ideas may help lay the groundwork for creating employment opportunities for the community and tax revenue for the City and potentially be a catalyst for future redevelopment in the historic downtown area. Expand infrastructure The concepts learned from this trip will help the City plan for infrastructure needs downtown to ensure each lot has the potential to develop with its highest and best use. COUNCIL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: 06/12/2025 Item Title: Cherry Lane Corridor Area Plan-Project Update Department: Development Services Presented by: Sam Huddleston/Reagan Smith Summary The Cherry Lane Corridor / Area Plan is a planning study covering the corridor that captures the extension of Cherry Lane Drive starting east of the 840 intersection and extending to the future I-24 intersection. It will include approximately 1,814 acres of area and will cross or intersect with N.W. Broad Street, Old Nashville Hwy and Florence Road. See attached area map and approximate Cherry Lane extension route (Exhibit A). Background Information The Cherry Lane Corridor / Area Plan is a planning study that captures key considerations for future development along this key east – west corridor. The extension of Cherry Lane will complete a much-needed transportation link from Intersate 840 to Interstate I-24 on the north side of Murfreesboro bringing with it continued development pressure and the need for carful infrastructure and land use analysis. This corridor involves challenges with an existing rail line, impact from existing floodplain and interchange and intersection design considerations. It is an important gateway to Smyrna and the Nashville Metro area. The approval of property annexations, rezonings and development patterns along this corridor should be informed by a comprehensive plan. The planning study provided will give City leadership the option of adopting a formal area plan for policy advisement and inclusion as a revision to the Future Land Use map. It is understood that the goal for the completion of this corridor / area plan is to have a document prepared for potential adoption by city leadership in approximately nine months’ time. Council Priorities Served Improve economic development The completion of the Cherry Lane Corridor Area Plan will provide a 50-year plan will allow the City of Murfreesboro to plan transportation, land-use and infrastructure. Which will allow higher quality jobs and employment generating uses, while creating employment opportunities for the community and tax revenue for the City and potentially being a catalyst for future redevelopment in the immediate vicinity. Expand infrastructure Studying this corridor allows each utility to properly plan for infrastructure and ensure each lot has the potential to develop with it’s highest and best use. Fiscal Impacts During the 9-month study period, there will be a hold on development opportunities in the study area. COUNCIL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: 06/12/2025 Item Title: Review of Land Swap with Swanson Development LP for Fire Station #13 Department: Administration Presented by: Darren Gore Summary Review a potential land swap between the City and Swanson. Background Information Deputy Chief Bigelow provided a summary of two locations for future fire stations #12 and #13 at the Council’s May workshop. One site was located off Veteran’s Pkwy at the City property where Veteran’s Park is being constructed. The second fire hall location was proposed on Joe B. Jackson approximately midway between Interstate 24 and US Hwy 41 (Manchester Pike). The priority location that demonstrated a more immediate need based on residential growth and necessary increase in MFRD response time data was the Veteran’s Park property location. However, the Joe B. Jackson fire hall location will be needed in the near future as well. The City has 1.31 acres on Joe B. Jackson that has proven to be too small of a site to construct a new fire hall, Station #13. In January of this year, staff met with Joe Swanson Jr. to discuss a land swap to acquire a.2.92-acre site that would be of adequate size for station #13. The properties under consideration for a land swap are tabulated below: The City of Murfreesboro owns 2 tracts as tabulated below that Swanson Development LP is interested in acquiring: SIZE VALUE $/SF LOCATION 0.32 AC* $638,500 $45.81 NE corner of Broad & Church 1.31 AC. $798,900 $14.00 Joe B. Jackson Pkwy The City is interested in one tract owned by Swanson Development LP SIZE VALUE $/SF LOCATION 2.92 AC. $1,780,700 $14.00 Joe B. Jackson Pkwy If the Council agrees to the land swap, a purchase and sale agreement will be drafted for review and considered for approval at a future Council meeting. Fiscal Impacts Approval of the land swap would incur an expense of $343,300. Final purchase and sale agreement will be subject to surveyed acreages. Attachments 1. Site locations for all three properties 2. Conceptual Layout of Fire Station #13 Review of Potential Land Swap Between Murfreesboro and Swanson Development LP City Owned Property at Corner of Broad and S. Church St. 0.32 Acres valued at $638,500 Review of Potential Land Swap Between Murfreesboro and Swanson Development LP Swanson Development Owned Property City Owned Property 2.92 Ac. valued at $1,780,700 1.31 Acres valued at $798,900 Joe B. Jackson Parkway Fire Hall #13 Conceptual Layout COUNCIL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: 06/12/2025 Item Title: CIP Transfers Department: Finance Presented by: Amanda DeRosia, Finance Director Summary Notification to Council of CIP transfers. Background Information Major capital investments are generally funded by debt. The funds secured are allocated annually with the CIP Budget process. The transfer of CIP funds is something that is necessary under certain circumstances, such as transfer of priorities, unanticipated project delays, etc. Another circumstance requiring CIP funds transfer is the potential for arbitrage earnings, which result in IRS penalties. Arbitrage earnings result when the City’s investment earnings on unexpended funds are greater than the interest that is paid for those funds. The unprecedented rapid rise in interest rates has recently created a risk of arbitrage earnings unless transfer of CIP funds is undertaken. Council has granted the Finance Department authority to transfer funds when necessary to avoid IRS penalties on arbitrage earnings. The transfers shown in the attached schedule show the proposed transfer of funds between the Bond Fund and the General Fund. The amount of funding for the existing projects listed does not change, only the source of the funds to be expended. Council Priorities Served Responsible budgeting Proper management of borrowed funds is required to maintain the funding’s tax status and avoid undue penalties. Fiscal Impacts The transfer of CIP Funds will have no effect on the CIP Funds balance. Attachments: 1. CIP Transfers Schedule s 2.CIP Funds Transfer Request – 2021 Bond/2022 Bond/2025 CIP/General Fund Funds Available by Loan Before Transfer June, 2025 (#1) 2021 Bond 2022 Bond 2025 CIP General Fund TOTAL Project Available Funds Available Funds Available Funds Available Funds Available Funds ADA Renovations 454,940 454,940 Additional City Facilities 836,818 836,818 Cherry Lane Phase 2 802,726 802,726 Cherry Lane, Sazerac 802,726 802,726 McKnight Park Ball Field/Parking 2,094 2,094 Parks & Fire Admin Building 381,878 381,878 Public Safety Radios 92,356 92,356 Runway 36 Approach Mitigation 2,094 2,094 Siegel Park Enhancements 92,356 92,356 Total 94,450 1,639,544 1,641,638 92,356 3,467,988 Funds Available by Loan After Reallocation June, 2025 (#1) 2021 Bond 2022 Bond 2025 CIP General Fund TOTAL Project Available Funds Available Funds Available Funds Available Funds Available Funds ADA Renovations 454,940 454,940 Additional City Facilities 836,818 836,818 Cherry Lane Phase 2 802,726 802,726 Cherry Lane, Sazerac 802,726 802,726 McKnight Park Ballfield/Parking 2,094 2,094 Parks & Fire Admin Building 381,878 381,878 Public Safety Radios 92,356 92,356 Runway 36 Approach Mitigation 2,094 2,094 Siegel Park Enhancements 92,356 92,356 Total 94,450 1,639,544 1,641,638 92,356 3,467,988 Funds Available by Loan Before Transfer June, 2025 (#2) 2022 Bond 2025 CIP General Fund TOTAL Project Available Funds Available Funds Available Funds Available Funds Broad St & Medical Center Pkwy 873,875 873,875 Burnt Knob, Manson, Blackman 867,420 867,420 CAD Server 231,371 231,371 Cherry Lane Phase 2 6,455 6,455 Communication & Radio System 231,371 231,371 Communication Tower - CUD 35,570 35,570 Old Fort Park Ballfield Improvements 557,001 557,001 Patterson Park Improvements 557,001 557,001 Public Safety Radio 35,570 35,570 Recreation Side Mount Bush Hog 55,500 55,500 Walter Hill Renovations 55,500 55,500 Total 1,753,317 1,486,376 266,941 3,506,634 Funds Available by Loan After Reallocation June, 2025 (#2) 2022 Bond 2025 CIP General Fund TOTAL Project Available Funds Available Funds Available Funds Available Funds Broad St & Medical Center Pkwy 873,875 873,875 Burnt Knob, Manson, Blackman 867,420 867,420 CAD Server 231,371 231,371 Cherry Lane Phase 2 6,455 6,455 Communication & Radio System 231,371 231,371 Communication Tower - CUD 35,570 35,570 Old Fort Park Ballfield Improvements 557,001 557,001 Patterson Park Improvements 557,001 557,001 Public Safety Radio 35,570 35,570 Recreation Side Mount Bush Hog 55,500 55,500 Walter Hill Renovations 55,500 55,500 Total 1,753,317 1,486,376 266,941 3,506,634 COUNCIL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: 06/12/2025 Item Title: April 2025 Dashboard Department: Administration Presented by: Erin Tucker, CFO/City Recorder Summary April 2025 Dashboard packet Background Information Dashboard information includes relevant Financial, Building & Codes, and Construction data. Council Priorities Served Responsible budgeting Providing Council with assessable financial information on a regular-basis assists in critical decision-making about the fiscal affairs of the City. Fiscal Impacts None Attachments: 1. April 2025 Dashboard 2. April Impact Fee Report 3. City Schools April Dashboard APRIL 2025 DASHBOARD FUND BALANCE The City’s Fund Balance policy requires a reserve of 15-30% of General Fund revenues. This reserve is maintained in the Unassigned Fund Balance within General Fund. Other components of this account include non-spendable assets, including Accounts Receivable. The remaining funds are available for use, generally for one-time, non-recurring expenses. Examples include economic development related expenses and capital spending for land, buildings and equipment. The graph and chart below reflects the total Unassigned Fund Balance categorized by required reserves, non-cash items, and available balance. The maximum reserve (30% of General Fund operating revenues) is used. These amounts are unaudited. Unassigned Fund Balance Unassigned Fund Balance 4/30/2025 Available Balance 27,112,165 Available Balance Non-Cash Items (ex: Accounts Receivable) 4,804,460 $150 Income Stabilization - Required Reserves 75,900,000 107,816,625 Millions Non-Cash Items $100 (ex: Accounts Receivable) $50 Income Stabilization - Required Reserves $- The chart below displays the changes in use of Unassigned Fund Balance by month. Monthly Fund Balance Analysis 70,000,000 60,000,000 55,000,000 60,000,000 50,000,000 50,000,000 45,000,000 40,000,000 40,000,000 35,000,000 30,000,000 30,000,000 20,000,000 25,000,000 20,000,000 10,000,000 15,000,000 - 10,000,000 Income Stabilization - Required Reserves Non-Cash Items (ex: Accounts Receivable) Available Balance REVENUES Property Tax 70,000,000 68,000,000 66,000,000 64,000,000 62,000,000 60,000,000 58,000,000 56,000,000 54,000,000 52,000,000 50,000,000 FY 20 FY 21 FY 22 FY 23 FY 24 FY 25 (BUDGET) Property Tax notices were mailed in early October. The FY25 budget reflects a 3% increase over FY24, however actual results came in $180k under budget, reflecting instead 2.8% growth over FY24. LOCAL SALES TAX BUDGET vs ACTUAL 9 80 Millions 8 70 Millions 7 60 6 Cumulative Total 50 Monthly Total 5 40 4 30 3 20 2 1 10 - 0 JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN FY25 Budget FY25 Actual FY25 Cumulative FY24 Cumulative FY25 Local Sales Tax collections were budgeted flat with a 1.5% increase over FY24 projected results. In July, a revised budget was presented to Council that increased the projection by an additional 1.5% ($1m). February receipts reflect the first significant drop in revenue this fiscal year – with an 8% drop compared to February 2024. March receipts bounced back slightly with a 3.2% increase over last year and then April receipts dropped 3.5%. Cumulative results now reflect a budget deficit of 0.47%. STATE SALES TAX BUDGET vs ACTUAL 3 20 Millions 18 Millions 2 16 14 Cumulative Total 2 12 Monthly Total 10 1 8 6 1 4 2 - 0 JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN FY25 Budget FY25 Actual FY25 Cumulative FY24 Cumulative FY25 State Sales Tax collections were budgeted at 1% over FY24. In July, a revised budget was presented to Council that increased the projection by an additional 1% ($190k). J February receipts were down 8.9% while March receipts show a 5.5% increase over last year. April receipts reflect a 2.7% drop. Cumulatively, this revenue is up 1.3% compared to budget and 2.6% compared to last year. % of Total Current Month Collections Hotel/Motel Tax (Marketplaces) Transportation 0.73% Business Tax - Modernization 0.16% Gross Receipts Tax 15.94% State Street Aid - Gas Tax 13.37% TVA Gross Receipts 15.47% State Sales Tax Mixed Drink Tax 47.46% 4.93% Telecom Sales Tax 0.20% Gas Tax Allocation 0.77% Beer Tax 0.97% For April, Sales Tax made up 47% of State revenues. Business Tax Receipts account for 16% this month with TVA Gross Receipts taxes following at 15%. State Street Aid (restricted to road improvements) following with 13%. Mixed Drink tax totaled 5% for the month. The remaining revenues were made up with other miscellaneous taxes, including telecom and miscellaneous gas tax revenues. State Revenue Collections 6.00 40 Millions Millions 35 5.00 30 4.00 25 Total Collections 3.00 20 15 2.00 10 1.00 5 0.00 0 JUL AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUNE FY24 Actual FY25 Actual FY24 Cumulative FY25 Cumulative Overall, State Shared Revenue collections showed a 0.4% decrease compared to April 2024. Business License (Gross Receipts) Taxes are up 3% ($14k) for April. Cumulatively, results are up 4%. While this tax can fluctuate depending on when returns are filed, there were also changes to the filing requirements that have impacted revenues. Mixed drink taxes were down 1% in April and remain relatively flat for the year. State Street Aid Gas Tax reflects a 6% increase in April; this tax is up 2% cumulatively. These revenues are restricted and can only be spent on eligible roadway maintenance and construction projects. HOTEL/MOTEL BUDGET vs. ACTUAL 500 5.00 Thousands Millions 450 4.50 400 4.00 Cumulative Collections 350 3.50 Monthly Collections 300 3.00 250 2.50 200 2.00 150 1.50 100 1.00 50 0.50 - - JUL AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN FY25 Budget Based on 5 yr Average Actual Budgeted Cumulative Actual Cumulative Due to declining revenue forecasts, FY25 Hotel/Motel Taxes were budgeted 7% lower than the FY24 budget. April results reflect a 9% decrease compared to last year for the month. Cumulatively, there is a 2% budget deficit. The Finance Department will conduct an audit of the City’s hotels and motels in the coming year to ensure accurate and timely reporting. EXPENSES Salaries & Benefits 18,000,000 120,000,000 16,000,000 100,000,000 14,000,000 12,000,000 80,000,000 10,000,000 60,000,000 8,000,000 6,000,000 40,000,000 4,000,000 20,000,000 2,000,000 - - JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN FY 25 Budget FY 25 Actual FY 25 Cumulative FY 24 Cumulative Salaries & Benefits make up 35% of General Fund’s budget. The FY25 budget included 40 additional full-time positions, 22 of which are for public safety. Full-time approved positions increased from 1,104 to 1,146 positions. As of 04/30/25, there were 1,109 filled full-time positions and 37 vacancies. Police had 10 open positions at the end of April, including 5 sworn officer positions, down from 6 open in March. With the City Council’s efforts to increase recruitment and retention City-wide, payroll savings (a.k.a. slippage) is steadily decreasing month over month – with April reflecting 0.7% in slippage cumulatively for the year, though results are slightly over budget for the month. Schools Transfer 700,000 9,000,000 8,000,000 600,000 7,000,000 500,000 6,000,000 400,000 5,000,000 300,000 4,000,000 3,000,000 200,000 2,000,000 100,000 1,000,000 - - JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN FY 25 Budget FY 25 Actual FY 25 Cumulative FY 24 Cumulative Transfers to City Schools makes up 2% of General Fund’s budget. Budgeted Transfers to City Schools is budgeted at $7.885M. This transfer is made in monthly increments evenly distributed throughout the year. Debt Service Transfer 35,000,000 45,000,000 40,000,000 30,000,000 35,000,000 25,000,000 30,000,000 20,000,000 25,000,000 15,000,000 20,000,000 15,000,000 10,000,000 10,000,000 5,000,000 5,000,000 - - JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN FY 25 Budget FY 25 Actual FY 25 Cumulative FY 24 Cumulative Budgeted Debt Service makes up 12% of General Fund’s budget. Council approved a $55m debt issuance in FY24 that has since been updated to a $70m debt issuance which is expected to be issued in later in FY25 or possibly in FY26. The Debt Service budget totals $44.1m which includes debt roll-off of $4.4m and anticipated new debt service of $5.9m for a net increase of $1.5m. An additional $1.5m will be budgeted in FY26 to account for the increased approved issuance. Repairs & Maintenance 3,000,000 16,000,000 14,000,000 2,500,000 12,000,000 2,000,000 10,000,000 1,500,000 8,000,000 6,000,000 1,000,000 4,000,000 500,000 2,000,000 - - JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN FY 25 Budget FY 25 Actual FY 25 Cumulative FY 24 Cumulative Repairs & Maintenance make up 5% of General Fund budgeted expenses. This includes technology maintenance (software, network & hardware) ($3.5m), fleet services ($4.6m), and Police R&M for radios, mobile data terminals, etc. ($2.2m). State Street Aid R&M of streets, markings and right of way totals $5.2m. While monthly budgeted amounts are based on last year’s actual results, these expenses are seasonal and fluctuate depending on contract timing and timing of repairs. Repair & Maintenance costs were up 9% compared to last year through April. Overall, costs are down 22% compared to budget for the year through April. Utilities 1,200,000 6,000,000 1,000,000 5,000,000 800,000 4,000,000 600,000 3,000,000 400,000 2,000,000 200,000 1,000,000 - - JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN FY 25 Budget FY 25 Actual FY 25 Cumulative FY 24 Cumulative Utilities make up 2% of General Fund’s budget. Results are up 8% as compared to FY24 and are running $434k (9%) under budget through April. These costs tend to fluctuate with fuel increases, so more fluctuations are anticipated this year. Supplies 1,200,000 6,000,000 1,000,000 5,000,000 800,000 4,000,000 600,000 3,000,000 400,000 2,000,000 200,000 1,000,000 - - JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN FY 25 Budget FY 25 Actual FY 25 Cumulative FY 24 Cumulative Supplies make up 1% of General Fund’s budget. Through April, expenses are running 12% over budget and are up 22% over last year. This is largely due to increased clothing & uniform expenses (up $311k or 59% over last year) and vehicle parts (up $284k or 27% over last year). At this time, it appears that other operating savings within the departments will cover the increases over budget. Fixed Assets 50,000,000 25,000,000 45,000,000 40,000,000 20,000,000 35,000,000 30,000,000 15,000,000 25,000,000 20,000,000 10,000,000 15,000,000 10,000,000 5,000,000 5,000,000 - - JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN FY 25 Budget FY 25 Actual FY 25 Cumulative FY 24 Cumulative Fixed Assets make up 36% of General Fund’s budget, totaling $117M These items include:  $39.8m – MED funded Roads  $14.3m – ARPA funded projects  $6.5 – MED funded Parks  $7.2m – Infrastructure for grant & MED funded  $14.6m – CIP swap road construction  $13.1m – FY24 CIP (General Fund funded)  $10m – Transit Facility The FY25 CIP included allocation of $24m of Unassigned Fund Balance for CIP projects. In addition, several General Fund projects and expenses were swapped, using previous bond proceeds to facilitate accelerated spending of these proceeds. This resulted in projects being “swapped” from the Loan/Bond Fund with General Fund. Like Repairs & Maintenance, timing on spending in Fixed Assets is also seasonal and can fluctuate based on the construction schedules and delivery of equipment. There are also several significant construction projects funded in the operating budget. Fixed asset spending was up 85% compared to last year’s expenses through April but down 72% compared to budget. BUILDING & CODES Building & Codes budgeted revenues reflect a 29% increase over the FY24 budget and reflect a 3% increase as compared to FY24’s actual results. This is largely due to new commercial activity in FY24 and anticipated in FY25. Instead, revenues dropped for three consecutive months compared to last year, although December revenues reflected a healthy 29% increase compared to last year. January and February followed with additional revenue drops, but a new apartment complex flipped that trend for the month of March. New Dwelling Units (Single Family, Townhomes & Apartments) 400 1,600 350 1,400 300 1,200 250 1,000 200 800 150 600 100 400 50 200 0 0 JUL AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUNE New Permits Cumulative FY 25 Cumulative FY 24 FY25 new dwelling permits reflect flat results compared to last year through April. For the month, new permits are up 15% compared to April 2024. This is due to a new apartment permitted during the month. Total Permits (all types) 1,200 12,000 1,000 10,000 800 8,000 600 6,000 400 4,000 200 2,000 - - JUL AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUNE FY 25 Total Permits Cumulative FY 25 Cumulative FY 24 Total permits were trending down 3.4% in April. 700,000 Revenues 5,100,000 4,700,000 600,000 4,300,000 3,900,000 500,000 3,500,000 3,100,000 400,000 2,700,000 2,300,000 300,000 1,900,000 1,500,000 200,000 1,100,000 700,000 100,000 300,000 JUL AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUNE FY 25 Monthly Revenues FY 25 Cumulative Revenues FY 24 Cumulative Revenues Through April, revenues were down 11% as compared to last year, but up 16% cumulatively due to the new apartment complex permitted during the month. MAY 8, 2025 Project Tracking Project Cost (including approved Change Orders) Billed to Date (Construction Only) Project Days (including approved Change Orders) Days Used $10,000,000.00 600 $9,000,000.00 500 $8,000,000.00 $7,000,000.00 400 $6,000,000.00 $5,000,000.00 300 $4,000,000.00 200 $3,000,000.00 $2,000,000.00 100 $1,000,000.00 $0.00 0 Bradyville Pike Cherry Lane Phase II Blackman/Manson/Burnt Knob Intersection Butler Drive Beasie/River Rock Connector Pareto Chart for Cumulative Percent of Annual Costs across all Cost Centers is in cells B2 through E3. Project Limits Project Cost (including Billed to Date Project Days (including Estimated Substantial Project Name From To Distance approved Change Orders) (Construction Only) approved Change Orders) Days Used Percent Days Completion N.T.P. Bradyville Pike SE Broad Street S Rutherford Blvd 2.10 Miles $22,500,000 (Est Cost) $0.00 0 0 0% Cherry Lane Phase II Siegel Soccer Park Sulphur Springs Road 1.73 Miles $26,500,000 (Est Cost) $0.00 0 0 0% Blackman/Manson/Burnt Knob Intersection N/A N/A N/A $4,865,978.00 $770,913.02 210 87 41% 8/6/2025 2/9/2025 Butler Drive 1000 Butler Drive Joe B Jackson .88 Miles $7,039,011 $5,505,147.32 395 395 100% 2/20/2025 1/22/2024 Beasie/River Rock Connector River Rock Beasie Rd .3 Miles $8,244,535 $8,646,881.04 547 547 100% 8/30/2024 4/7/2023 Total $69,149,524 $14,922,941 MAY 8, 2025 Project Status / Comments Cherry Lane Phase II Project has entered the 30-day environmental notice with TDEC. Right-of-way plans are being finalized. Cherry Lane Phase III TDOT funding has been secured for interchange. City staff and Volkert working on certifying ROW. Utility coordination is ongoing for the project. New Butler has been opened to traffic. Contractor is constructing the cul-de-sac on Old Butler(Kenny Pipe Ct). Final asphalt topping has been installed on new Butler. They are also installing final Butler Dr. Realignment stabilization measures and final signage. Blackman/Burnt Knob/Manson Contractor is currently getting northwest corner to subgrade and is planning on paving in coming weeks. MTE is continuing to set poles. Gas line is being installed on northwest corner. Water line TDEC Intersection permit is still needed to complete CUD work. Medical Center Phase 1 The resurfacing of Medical Center is underway. Milling has been completed and asphalt topping is scheduled to be installed starting the week of 5/12. Rutherford Blvd Extension Construction plans are being finalized and bid book is being drafted. Right of way acquisition underway. Project ROW Updates Cherry Lane Phase III Volkert continuing ROW acquisition. Order of possession received on final tract. Rutherford Blvd Extension 5 out of 7 tracts finalized Impact Fee Report for New Development in the City of Murfreesboro Month of April 2025 Land Use Type Total Impact Fee Assessed Road Fee Park Fee Public Safety Fee School Fee Single-Family Residential 281,289.02 61,512.30 99,677.57 31,591.57 88,507.58 SFR-Townhomes - - Multi-Family Residential - Retail/Commercial 5,311.68 3,506.98 - 1,804.70 - Office - Public/Institutional - Industrial - Total 286,600.70 65,019.28 99,677.57 33,396.26 88,507.58 Fiscal Year 2025 to Date Land Use Type Total Impact Fee Assessed Road Fee Park Fee Public Safety Fee School Fee Single-Family Residential 2,516,077.94 550,215.95 891,597.37 282,580.69 791,683.93 SFR-Townhomes - - - - - Multi-Family Residential - - - - - Retail/Commercial 201,104.42 132,777.18 - 68,327.24 - Office - - - - - Public/Institutional - - - - - Industrial - - - - - Total 2,717,182.36 682,993.13 891,597.37 350,907.93 791,683.93 Fiscal Year 2025 Distribution of Assessed Fees 791,683.93 682,993.13 891,597.37 350,907.93 Road Fee Park Fee Public Safety Fee School Fee COUNCIL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: 6/12/2025 Item Title: April 2025 MCS Cash Flow Statement and Revenue and Expenditure Budget Comparison Reports Department: Murfreesboro City Schools Presented by: Daniel Owens Requested Council Action: Ordinance ☐ Resolution ☐ Motion ☐ Direction ☐ Information ☒ Summary FY25 Cash Flow Statement (April 2025) FY25 Revenue and Expenditure Budget Comparison Reports (April 2025) Background Information The State has recommended the Schools provide a Cash Flow Statement to the City Council on a monthly basis to indicate enough cash reserves are forecasted to be available to pay monthly expenses. We also will be including Revenue and Expenditure Budget Comparison Reports, that is provided to the Murfreesboro City School Board each month. This information will be included in the Wednesday agenda each month. A formal presentation will not be made each month, however there will be an opportunity for questions and comments. Council Priorities Served Strong and Sustainable Financial and Economic Health Fiscal Impact None Attachments April 2025 MCS Cash Flow Statement April 2025 MCS Revenue and Expenditure Budget Comparison Reports No Items. COUNCIL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: 06/12/2025 Item Title: Beer Permits Department: Finance Presented by: Erin Tucker, City Recorder Requested Council Action: Ordinance ☐ Resolution ☐ Motion ☒ Direction ☐ Information ☐ Summary TCA 57-5-103 delegates the authority to regulate the sale, distribution, manufacture, or storage of beer to the City where the business is located. Staff Recommendation The applications from the following applicants meet requirements and are recommended to be approved. The permits will only be issued once the permits are approved by the City Council (Beer Board) and building and codes final inspections are passed for regular beer permits or a special event permit is approved for special event beer permits. Regular Beer Permits Name of Name of Type of Type of Address Reason Applicant Business Permit Business 2975 S Sami’s Sami’s Rutherford Off- Convenience Ownership Market Market Blvd Ste B Premises Store Change Background Information All applicants meet the requirements for issuing a beer permit per the City Code Chapter 4 Alcoholic Beverages with the exception of pending building and codes inspections for regular beer permits or pending special event permit for special event beer permits. Council Priorities Served Maintain public safety Controlling the sale of beer within the City provides enforcement tools by the City for restrictions as to where beer is sold, ability to obtain the right to sell beer, time of beer sales and onsite consumption. Attachments Summaries of Request Beer Application Summary of information from the beer application: Name of Business Entity Sami's Market Name of Business Sami's Market Business Location 2975 S Rutherford Blvd. Ste.B Type of Business Grocery/Market Type of Permit Applied For Off-Premises Type of Application: New Location Ownership Change X Name Change Corporation or LLC X Partnership Sole Proprietor 5% or more ownership: Name Amany Nasem Age 37 Residency City/State Mt.Juliet, TN Race/Sex White/F Background Check Findings City of Murfreesboro: No indication of any record that may preclude the applicant for consideration. TBI/FBI: No indication of any record that may preclude the applicant for consideration. Name Kamel Kamel Age 44 Residency City/State Mt.Juliet, TN Race/Sex White/M Background Check Findings City of Murfreesboro: No indication of any record that may preclude the applicant for consideration. TBI/FBI: No indication of any record that may preclude the applicant for consideration. Application Completed Properly? Yes Occupancy Application Approved? No The actual beer application is available in the office of the City Recorder. ***I request permission to issue the beer permit upon successful completion of all required building and codes inspections. No Items.

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