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New Year = New Challenges & Opportunities
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As we step into 2025, I hope this message finds you and your loved ones in good health and spirits. Though winter’s chill may be in the air, the activity and engagement within our county are beginning to warm up, and there’s much to look forward to in the coming months.
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As we enter budget season, it’s important we have a clear understanding of the challenges ahead. We're working to ensure fair compensation for the dedicated professionals who keep our community safe and educate our children, all while maintaining fiscal responsibility. Striking this balance requires careful consideration of how we allocate our resources to support both immediate needs and long-term sustainability.
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Another key focus is our facilities. With our county continuing to grow, we must find a delicate balance between maintaining existing buildings and planning for new ones. Every decision we make must take into account the need for both short-term solutions and longer-term strategic planning, while also identifying ways to save costs to reduce our need to raise taxes.
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Many of you have raised questions and concerns regarding recent development proposals and their potential impact on our rural areas. I share your commitment to preserving the character of our county while being able to provide services needed to support our community. Here are updates on three initiatives:
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- The Triune Special Area Plan, established in 2018 through collaboration with citizens, elected officials, and our Planning Department, continues to guide development in that region. With the ability to provide sewer services through independently owned regional sewer facilities now in place, the plan is beginning to take shape. The next step is for the County Planning Department to review the proposed plan and make any recommendations to ensure it aligns with current zoning.
- Similarly, the Arrington Special Area Plan, developed through a community-driven process, is now ready for review. The next public meeting will be held on February 3rd at Arrington Elementary at 6:00 p.m. This plan, similar to the Triune plan but on a smaller scale, seeks to integrate necessary services while preserving the rural essence that makes our county unique.
- Lastly, I want to bring your attention to a development proposal under review by the City of Franklin in the Mayes Creek Basin area (Trinity & North Chapel). Since this area falls within Franklin’s Urban Growth Boundary (UGB), it is eligible for annexation. Also, under consideration is a request to change the current zoning from Development Reserve to Village Green. Key issues being brought forth by members of the community include: infrastructure impacts and costs to Franklin residents; increased needs and costs for county services, including schools; environmental preservation; and traffic management.
I would encourage residents to attend the Franklin Board of Mayor and Aldermen (BOMA) meeting on January 14th to learn more and share your views on the proposal. You can also find more information at the resident managed website, Mayes Creek.
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Your engagement is vital as we work together to ensure our county’s growth aligns with our shared values and vision for the future.
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With sincere commitment to our community,
Mary
#ActaNonVerba (Actions, Not Words)
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P.S. If you have questions or concerns about any of these topics, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me. Your input plays a crucial role in shaping our decisions and strengthening our community.
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Items of Interest
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There will be a chance to review the Draft Plan and ask questions and provide comments. Please consider attending to learn more about the plans in District 5.
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FRANKLIN BOMA MEETING - January 14th - On the agenda is the request by the Smith Family to annex 494 acres at Trinity and North Chapel on the east side of the county in District 4. There are several residents in this area that are concerned with the type of development being proposed and the impact it may have on the rural areas of our county.
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The above Debt numbers are only based on principal amounts and include an increase of $77,115,000 based on the new bonds we have issued for capital projects including the school and Jail/Juvenile Justice Center. Once I have the full amortization schedule, I will be able to provide a more accurate view of our total debt obligation.
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Adjustments & Appeals Board
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4-year terms, expiring 1/29
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Building Industry - Ron Crutcher
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1 year term, expiring 1/26 - Laura Laetz
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1 year term, expiring 1/26 - Whitney Waddell
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APPROPRIATIONS
Resolution No. 1-25-1, Resolution Authorizing the Williamson County Mayor to Enter into a Grant Contract with the Tennessee State Library and Archives, on Behalf of the Williamson County Library and Appropriating and Amending the 1024-25 Library Budget by $10,393.00 — Commissioner Webb
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Resolution No. 1-25-2, Resolution Appropriating and Amending the local Health Services Grant Agreement with the State of Tennessee, Department of Health and Increasing the 2024-25 Health Department Budget by $67,300 — Revenues to Come from the State of Tennessee - Commissioner Webb
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Resolution No. 1-25-3, Resolution Accepting Donations and Appropriating and Amending the 2024-25 Animal Center Budget by $9,625.77 - Commissioner Webb
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Resolution No. 1-25-4, Resolution Appropriating and Amending the 2024-25 Parks and Recreation Budget by $138,000 — Revenues to Come from Unappropriated County General Funds - Commissioner Webb
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Resolution No. 1-25-5, Resolution Authorizing the Williamson County Mayor to Enter into a Grant Contract with the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation and Appropriating an Amending the 2024-25 Parks and Recreation Budget by $75,000 — Revenues to Come from Grant Funds - Commissioner Lenox
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Resolution No. 1-25-6, Resolution Appropriating and Amending the 2024-25 Parks and Recreation Budget by $179,964.49 — Revenues to Come from Unappropriated County General Funds — Commissioner Webb
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Resolution No. 1-25-7, Resolution Accepting Donations on Behalf of the Veterans Treatment Court and Appropriating and Amending the 2024-25 Williamson County General Sessions Court Budget by $4,103.00 - Revenues to Come from Donations — Commissioner Mason
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Resolution No. 1-25-8, Resolution Accepting a Donation of $3,000 for the Purchase of Equipment and Supplies for the Williamson County Sheriff's Office and Appropriating and Amending the 2024-25 Williamson County Sheriff's Office Budget by $3,000 — Revenues to Come from Donations — Commissioner Webb
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Resolution No. 1-25-9, Resolution Appropriating and Amending the 2024-25 Sheriff's Office and Benefits Budgets by $1,582,155.18 to Provide Funding for Additional Staffing Needs — Revenues to Come from Unappropriated County General Funds — Commissioner Mason
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Resolution No. 1-25-10, Resolution Appropriating and Amending the 2024-25 Sheriff's Office Budget by $4,500 — Revenues to Come from Opioid Abatement Funds — Commissioner Mason
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Resolution No. 1-25-11, Resolution Authorizing the Williamson County Mayor to Execute Agreements with certain Organizations Providing Opioid remediation and Abatement Services and Appropriating Funds for Those Services — Appropriations to Come from Opioid Abatement Funds — Commissioner Webb
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Resolution No. 1-25-12, Resolution Authorizing the Williamson County Mayor to Initiate a Request for Proposals from Qualified Organizations and to Contract for the Provision of a Study to Determine the Effect of Increasing the Adequate Facilities Tax May Have on the Education Impact Fee Rate — Revenues to Come from Unappropriated County General Fund Balance — Commissioner Richards
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Resolution No. 1-25-13, Resolution Authorizing the Williamson County Mayor to Execute a Grant contract with the State of Tennessee, Department of Military, Tennessee Emergency Management Agency and appropriating and Amending the Office of Public Safety 2024-25 Budget by $32,286.25 — Revenues to Come from Homeland Security Urban Area Security Initiative Grant Funds - Commissioner Webb
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Resolution No. 1-25-14, Resolution Authorizing the Williamson County Mayor to Enter into a Grant Contract with the United States Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs and Amending the 2024-25 Sheriff's Office Budget by $10,692 — Commissioner Mason
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OTHER
Resolution No. 1-25-15, Resolution Amending the Five-Year Capital Improvements Program for Schools, Roads, Fire Protection and Recreation — Commission Aiello
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Resolution No. 1-25-16, Resolution to Adopt the 2025 Williamson County Road List - Commissioner Webb
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Resolution No. 1-25-17, Resolution Authorizing the Williamson County Mayor to Enter into an Interlocal Agreement with the Maury County Emergency Communications District and the Williamson County Emergency Communications District - Commissioner Mason
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Resolution No. 1-25-18, Resolution authorizing the Williamson County Mayor to Enter into an Interlocal Agreement with the Maury County Emergency Communications District and the Williamson County Emergency Communications District for the Temporary Transfer of 9-1-1 Calls - Commissioner Mason
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Resolution No. 1-25-19, Resolution Authorizing the Williamson County Mayor to Execute a Real Estate Sale and Purchase Agreement of Purchase Real Property on Fernvale Road — Commissioner Mason
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Resolution No. 1-25-20, Resolution Authorizing the Conveyance and Trade of Two-Way Radios Owned by Williamson County to the Town of Nolensville for a 2022 Mobile Home — Commissioner Lenox
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Resolution No. 1-25-21, Resolution Accepting a Conditional Donation of a Certified Narcotic Detection Canine from Brad and Amy Fann on Behalf of the Williamson County Sheriff's Office - Commissioner Lenox
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Resolution No. 1-25-22, Resolution Approving a New Peer Support Specialist Position for the Williamson County Veterans Treatment Court - Commissioner Mason
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Resolution No. 1-25-23, Resolution authorizing and Approving the Execution and Delivery of a Sublease Agreement with Franklin Web Printing Company, Inc., for the Lease of Office Space for the Sheriff's Office — Commissioner Mason
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Friendly Reminders
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REDUCE-REUSE-RECYCLE…There is a new way to recycle mattresses in Williamson County and to save them from going into the landfill. Click here for more details.
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Get Involved/Stay Informed
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County Commission Meeting
Monday, January 13th at 6:00pm at:
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Executive Admin Building
1320 West Main Street
Franklin, TN 37064
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Looking for School Board Information ...
Donna Clements, School Board Member for District 8, has a monthly newsletter to inform our community on what the school board will be voting. To sign up, click here.
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