John Partridge

The board discussed a vote of no confidence in the mayor, which resulted in a split decision. An alderman expressed strong support for re-establishing a police department and opposed unincorporating the town or transferring fire services to the county. The board approved the donation of a patrol vehicle and portable radio to the local constable, contingent upon the town remaining the lien holder. Additionally, the board hired an interim police chief on a month-to-month basis, authorized pay raises for two street department employees for water meter reading duties, and approved advertising for job openings in several regional newspapers. The meeting also addressed concerns regarding water issues raised by a resident.

The meeting included discussions on various town matters. The board considered Mr. Allen Lawson for the position of Alderman. Diana Blair agreed to continue providing food for the Old Timers Day event. Monthly reports were given for the fire, police, and water/wastewater departments. A motion was passed to replace the pump in the Sykes booster station. A proposal was made to add a fee to water bills for trash pick-up, but no motion was made.

The meeting included discussions about a property on West Main Street and a sewer line issue on Nashville Hwy. The budget's second reading took place, with a specific allocation for the police budget. Ria Baker was nominated and accepted as the official Alexandria, Tennessee Historian. An update was given that no fraud was found from the previous administration. The board heard from the owner of Mudd's restaurant about a beer permit application, updates from the Alexandria fire fighter's association, and updates from Alexandria Coffee and Café. The wastewater report was reviewed, and a motion was passed to allow the purchase of a sampler unit.

The meeting included reports from the Wastewater Department, Police Department, and Fire Department, as well as a financial report. The board addressed a resident's concern regarding a sewer tap and line removal, approving the installation of a water tap and replacement of the sewer line. The Christmas parade date was set for December 13th. Luke Prichard was appointed to the zoning board. The board agreed to the current lease agreement with the Activity Center. The utility billing system is due for an upgrade and the board decided to go with Edmunds Gov Tech. The town is needing to place employment ads for Police chief and CMFO and decided to advertise for free. Luke Prichard was added to the list of check signers.