Town of Stanton

The meeting covered discussions regarding a TCRS report and updates, focusing on back paying employees for employment time prior to commencing TCRS for the Town. There was also a discussion on renewing the current grass cutting contract, with a decision made to bring the grass cutting contract in-house for the Public Works Department. Additionally, a resolution was approved in support of BlueOval City for federal incentives, and the May Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting was rescheduled. Clarification was provided on current meeting schedules and their notifications, and donations were made to a Carl Perkins fundraiser.

The meeting included discussions and actions on several key areas. An ordinance regarding slum clearance was amended to include penalties/fines for violations. The board approved the disposal of Public Works equipment and the purchase of a new Public Works vehicle using USDA grant funds. The time for regular monthly meetings was moved to an earlier time. TLM Associates was selected as the Engineer for the Lead Service Line Inventory. Alderwoman Jones was nominated as Vice Mayor. The town acquired a parcel of land adjacent to the existing wastewater Lagoon via eminent domain. A resolution was passed to authorize the codification and revision of Town Ordinances. The board decided to discontinue renting a storage unit. A new Document Clerk position was created. The possibility of hiring an unpaid Town of Stanton ECD Fellow was discussed. A Water Leak Adjustment Policy was established. The board considered naming the bridge on Wilkerson Street after Adams Chapel C.M.E Church but the motion was later rescinded.

The meeting included a presentation on a proposal for a "Unity in the Community" festival. There was discussion on the naming of Stanton Bridge, a TCRS report update, and a resolution correcting a previous ordinance. The board also discussed a resolution to apply for the 2025-2028 THDA HOME Grant, a new VOIP phone system, and renewing the grass cutting contract. Additionally, the board was notified of a Fire Department Grant Award and approved water leak adjustment requests.

The Stanton Planning Commission meeting agenda includes discussions on the Central Corridor Commercial District rezoning, the Stanton Crossing Subdivision plat review, annexation studies, and a draft of site plan zoning amendments. The meeting will also involve a hearing for public comments and other business items.

The Stanton Planning Commission will review the Cannon Property Annexation Request and conduct a property annexation study. Other properly presented new business will also be addressed.